Explore a thought-provoking discussion on the state of race in America featuring Harvard Law School professor Annette Gordon-Reed, poet Elizabeth Alexander, and New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu. Delve into how historical context shapes current perceptions of race relations in this 33-minute video from the Aspen Ideas Festival's Afternoon of Conversation. Gain insights from these influential thinkers as they examine the complex interplay between America's racial history and contemporary social dynamics.
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Facing History: The State of Race in America
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The Aspen Institute
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