KQED's Forum Remembering What (Really) Happened on January 6
Jan 6, 2025
Sarah Wire, senior political correspondent for USA Today, recounts her immediate experiences reporting from the Capitol during the January 6 attack. Hanna Rosin, host of Radio Atlantic, delves into the troubling narratives surrounding the event, including Trump’s revisionist claims. They discuss the emotional toll on lawmakers and journalists during the chaos and explore the continuing fight for accountability through the 'Justice for January 6' movement. Together, they reflect on how the attack reshaped American democracy and the ongoing struggle against misinformation.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Chaos at the Capitol: January 6th Revisited
02:20 • 9min
Unraveling the January 6th Insurrection: Key Findings and Public Memory
10:53 • 5min
Reflections on January 6: Narratives and Aftermath
15:23 • 18min
Examining the Aftermath of January 6: Race, Response, and Accountability
33:15 • 7min
Reflections on January 6th: Trials and Tribulations
40:20 • 14min
Unraveling the January 6 Capitol Events
53:28 • -160sec