Birdwatch Note Rating
2024-04-19 12:19:13 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: D2695A609C76D9B17D51CF192681AD5A17568CC2985AE1AEB9289F9CDD3AF755
Participant Details
Original Note:
It's false to claim this as "fact". There is no economic consensus on contribution of slavery and colonialism to UK wealth. Some research has suggested slavery and colonialism actually hindered UK economic growth, though some recent studies suggest it provided a small benefit. https://www.aei.org/articles/did-slavery-make-the-west-rich/
All Note Details