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History of Ideas 7: James Baldwin

Past Present Future

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Clash of Two Americas: War and Racial Tensions

Explores the clash between two Americas during a period of war and racial tensions, highlighting the representation of black soldiers fighting for freedom but treated as threats by white policemen. It discusses the delicate balancing act between empowering the federal government and maintaining state rights during the war effort.

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