The Other Side of History: America at 250 | Gerald Horne on The Counter-Revolution of 1776

What if the American Revolution was not simply a struggle for liberty and independence? What if preserving slavery was one of the driving forces behind the break from Britain?Join us on Rethinking Freedom as we continue our special summer series, The Other Side of History: America at 250, with renowned historian, author, and scholar Dr. Gerald Horne. In this thought-provoking conversation, we examine his groundbreaking book, The Counter-Revolution of 1776: Slave Resistance and the Origins of the United States of America.Dr. Horne challenges one of the most cherished narratives in American history, arguing that many colonial leaders feared growing anti-slavery sentiment in Britain and viewed independence as a way to protect and expand the institution of slavery. He explores the role of enslaved Africans, Indigenous peoples, European empires, and global economic forces in shaping the birth of the United States. (NYU Press)Together, we discuss:* Was the American Revolution also a counter-revolution?* Why did many enslaved Africans side with the British during the Revolutionary War?* How did slavery, capitalism, and colonial expansion shape the founding of the United States?* What does this history reveal about race, power, and democracy today?* How should Americans approach the nation’s 250th anniversary in light of these historical debates?Whether you agree with Dr. Horne’s conclusions or not, this conversation will challenge assumptions, spark critical thinking, and deepen your understanding of America’s origins.Air Date: Monday, June 8, 2026Time: 7:00 AM CentralListen on:KRGN 98.5 FMKVBM 104.7 FMWatch on YouTube:Rethinking FreedomAbout Our Guest:Dr. Gerald Horne is the Moores Professor of History and African American Studies at the University of Houston and one of the most prolific historians in the United States. His scholarship focuses on race, slavery, colonialism, imperialism, labor, and global struggles for liberation. He is the author of more than 40 books, including The Counter-Revolution of 1776, The Counter-Revolution of 1836, and The Dawning of the Apocalypse. (Wikipedia)#RethinkingFreedom #GeraldHorne #CounterRevolutionOf1776 #America250 #BlackHistory #AfricanAmericanHistory #AmericanRevolution #SlaveryAndFreedom #PanAfricanism #HistoryMatters #Juneteenth #FreedomStruggle #TheOtherSideOfHistorySupport the show