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The Attack on Black History, with Nikole Hannah-Jones and Jelani Cobb

The New Yorker Radio Hour

CHAPTER

The Battle for Black History Education

Exploring the controversy over educational curriculum and the fight to include comprehensive Black history, the chapter delves into the restrictions on teaching African American studies in Florida and the tragic story of civil rights activists Harry T and Harriet Moore. It highlights the impact of media narratives, misinformation around critical race theory, and challenges in reporting on groups targeting marginalized books. The conversation emphasizes the importance of academic freedom, resisting censorship, and the impact of political pressures on universities like Columbia and Howard.

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