The argument is much cleaner if immutable past actions remain un-weaponized. If somebody wants to tap me for reparations over chattel slavery in the US, and al

The argument is much cleaner if immutable past actions remain un-weaponized. If somebody wants to tap me for reparations over chattel slavery in the US, and all I can say is that my in-country ancestors fought for the Union. Which, along with $5, will get you a cup of coffee down' the beanery.