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Series Inspiration
- John Biewen's inspiration for the "Seeing White" series stemmed from multiple experiences.
- A key moment was hearing the Racial Equity Institute's affirmative action talk in 2015.
Affirmative Action's True Beginning
- Deena Hayes-Greene questions the common understanding of affirmative action.
- She challenges the audience on when it was truly legislated.
40 Acres and a Mule
- Deena Hayes-Greene discusses "40 acres and a mule," a policy intended to benefit formerly enslaved people.
- This was overturned, highlighting the disparity in government support.