Kind of overlooked some MAJOR historical topics

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Archived from the IMDb Discussion Forums — Schoolhouse Rock!

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BitterAsHell — 17 years ago(November 24, 2008 11:59 AM)

I don't mean this as some sort of anti-American thing, all countries have their unflattering chapters. But seriously, re: Schoolhouse Rock, to purport to teach about major themes and events in American history, without ONCE mentioning slavery, well
And of course, electing not to teach about slavery then neccessitates totally omitting any discussion of the Civil War, which was arguably THE definitive event in American history, and a pretty major catalyst in transforming the USA into the country that it it today, not just in regards to race either(also in regards to governmental and judicial powers, for example). It's kind of hard not to notice this abscence when you watch the series today on YouTube and whatnot.
I'm sure if it were made today, they would cover slavery and other race-related issues. And I remain a fan of the series, to be sure.

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BitterAsHell — 17 years ago(November 24, 2008 12:01 PM)

If, contrary to what I've written here, there actually was an episode that covered slavery and/or the Civil War, it would be cool if someone could tell me what it was called. I'd like to see that.