Confederate Monuments: The History Of Controversial Symbols
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with columnist Michael Paul Williams of the Richmond Times-Dispatch about the city's history and a battle with Confederate monuments.
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Jesus Was Divisive: A Black Pastor's Message To White Christians
Nationwide protests are forcing many Americans to think about race in new ways. A black pastor in one of Christianity's whitest denominations is asking his congregants to take an especially hard look.
How Taking A Stand For Justice Can Threaten The Careers Of Black Athletes
Howard Bryant, author of The Heritage, discusses the history of social protest among African American athletes, including Jackie Robinson and Muhammad Ali. Originally broadcast Jan. 13, 2018.
'Homage To Hate': Pelosi Calls For Confederate Statues Removed From U.S. Capitol
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Wednesday calls the statues monuments to men who "advocated cruelty and barbarism."
Amid Protests, Christopher Columbus Statues Take Flak In Richmond, Boston
One was unceremoniously dropped in the water and the other was beheaded. The explorer's memorials have become a focal point of nationwide protests amid calls to reevaluate how he is remembered.
3 Visions For The Future Of Police In South LA
As the country seethes after George Floyd's killing, three black men from South Los Angeles who lived through the Watts or Rodney King riots share their ideas of what just policing would look like.
What A 1968 Report Tells Us About The Persistence Of Racial Inequality
Despite political and social progress, African Americans still lag far behind economically.
'Cult Of Glory' Reveals The Dark History Of The Texas Rangers
Author Doug Swanson chronicles centuries of abuse within the famed Texas law enforcement agency, including burning villages, hunting runaway slaves and murdering Mexicans and Mexican-Americans.
This List Of Books, Films And Podcasts About Racism Is A Start, Not A Panacea
We've compiled a list of places you can go to learn more about systemic racism — acknowledging that, while it's important to have information, this list is not a prescription.
The History Of Police In Creating Social Order In The U.S.
NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Chenjerai Kumanyika, an assistant professor at Rutgers University, about the historical role of police in preserving power and social order.