Does a Direct Contribution to a Campaign Make Any Good?

James and Al celebrate Celtics star Bill Russell, then bring on accomplished author and WaPo associate editor David Maraniss to discuss the life and legend of Jim Thorpe.  In their conversation they look at the struggles he faced throughout his life, the restoration of his status as an Olympic champion, and the many challenges Native Americans have suffered in our history.

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David Maraniss:
Twitter | Website | WaPo | Author of “Path Lit By Lightning” & Other Books

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