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Former poet laureate Tracy K. Smith's 'plea for the American soul'

On Point | Podcast

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Honesty, Grievance, and Fear: Letters of Black Servicemen

The speaker discusses the importance of their father's and Simon Trixie's letters, highlighting the collective human experience and the challenges faced by black servicemen. They explore the stereotypes, unjust treatment, and their father's efforts to comply with military expectations while highlighting his grievances. The chapter also discusses the significance of Trixie's voice in supporting their father's case.

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