Can national shame lead to political change?

This discussion features Alexis Shotwell, a Professor of Sociology, Anthropology, and Philosophy at Carleton University, and author of 'Against Purity.' She dives into the complexities of national shame versus pride, exploring how reckoning with our past can foster political change. Shotwell contrasts how countries like America and Australia engage with their racial histories. The conversation also touches on the emotional weight of shame, the potential for healing through acknowledging injustices, and the importance of truth-telling in redefining national identities.