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America's Role in the Holocaust: Ken Burns on The Most Important Film He Will Ever Make

Honestly with Bari Weiss

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Refuge Denied: Breckenridge Long and WWII Immigration

This chapter explores the influence of Breckenridge Long on U.S. immigration policy during World War II, focusing on the anti-Semitism that affected the refugee acceptance process for European Jews. It examines the heartbreaking stories of individuals denied entry and critiques the political decisions that contributed to this humanitarian crisis. Additionally, the chapter discusses the broader implications of these historical events, emphasizing the need for storytelling to foster empathy and prevent future atrocities.

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