1619 Project creator claims paying reparations would be admission that US existence is a 'crime'

Nikole Hannah-Jones, creator of the 1619 Project, argues that paying reparations for slavery would imply the entire existence of the United States is a crime. She made these remarks during an interview with The Meteor, emphasizing that American history is deeply rooted in slavery, which predates the country's founding by 150 years. The 1619 Project, developed into an educational curriculum, has faced backlash from parents and conservative lawmakers.