”MLK Jr. is Not Who You Think He is”: We Didn’t Know These Historical Figures Were Incredibly Problematic Until Now

Florence Nightingale is often held up as a hero in the nursing profession, but the truth is that her legacy is much more complicated than we might think. While it’s true that she made significant contributions to infection prevention and modern nursing, the fact that she held racist views and had some involvement in colonial atrocities is deeply troubling.

It’s important to remember that just because someone makes significant contributions to their field, it doesn’t excuse their problematic beliefs and actions. And while it’s commendable that Nightingale emphasized handwashing and infection prevention, it doesn’t negate the harm that she may have caused through her other actions.