Objectivity in history

In his interview, Howard Zinn said, "Objectivity is neither possible nor desirable." The other authors would certainly agree. History has no value if it is looked at solely from one perspective. For example, the institution of slavery looks like a great idea if looked at from the plantation owners view. People need to understand slavery was not humane hence why it is no longer practiced in civilized culture. Becker wants people to learn about the past so they are prepared for the future. If people do not learn about the Constitution of the United States, the American Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement, they can come off as, or worse become, ignorant, discriminatory, and racist. As Stearns points out different factions want students to learn different pieces of history. If students are taught enough history throughout their lives and through various perspectives, every one of the authors will be appeased and these students may be made better people and citizens.