In America, Halloween is celebrated with extravagant decorations, costumes, and parties, year after year. People invest time, money, and energy into the holiday, with entire neighborhoods transforming into spooky displays. Yet, when it comes to addressing the legacy of slavery and its deep impact on modern institutions, social hierarchies, economics, politics, and laws, there's a stark unwillingness to engage. Instead of meaningful dialogue or action, many dismiss the topic with phrases like "get over it" or "we're listening." The contrast reveals a disturbing societal priority, where a festive holiday takes precedence over grappling with the nation’s painful history.