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In the Field with Stephen Colbert

The Daily Show: Ears Edition

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Currency, Culture, and Controversy

This chapter delves into the cultural implications of currency, particularly the symbolism of the penny and its ties to historical figures linked to slavery. It highlights the dual narrative of progress and ongoing racial challenges in the U.S., focusing on South Carolina's recent changes regarding the Confederate flag and the complexities surrounding Confederate Memorial Day.

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