A possible war with Iran reminds us that Black Americans have long borne the brunt of violence — both abroad in combat and at home in the form of racialized attacks. Bombs don’t discriminate, but systems do.
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Black Americans face unequal burden as U.S. inches closer to war
Black Americans are often overrepresented in combat roles and underrepresented in leadership. As war looms, experts warn of unequal risks and lasting consequences.