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Former Attorney General Eric Holder on the Value of History

Jul 20, 2022

In a captivating conversation, Eric Holder, the first African American U.S. Attorney General and current chairman of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee, delves into his book, "Unfinished March." He emphasizes the importance of understanding history, particularly regarding voting rights and the fight against gerrymandering. Holder discusses how ordinary individuals can impact change and the complexities of communication in leadership. He also reflects on America’s racial history and the necessity of accountability in navigating contemporary rights debates.

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

The Struggle for Voting Rights and Fair Representation

3min

The Struggle for Justice: Historical Dynamics of Resistance and Progress

22min

Harnessing Ordinary Potential for Extraordinary Action

5min

The Power of Communication in Leadership and Rights

18min

Navigating the Tension of Rights and Accountability

6min

Confronting Historical Ideologies

18min

Embracing Mortality and History's Secrets

4min

Ryan talks to former attorney general Eric Holder about his new book Unfinished March: The Violent Past and Imperiled Future of the Vote, the importance of understanding and learning from history, believing in people's ability to create change, and more.

Attorney General Eric Holder is the third longest-serving attorney general and the first African American attorney general in American history, holding the role under President Barack Obama from 2009 until 2015. He currently serves as the chairman of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee, which he founded after he stepped down as attorney general in 2015. The committee focuses on reforming how state legislative maps are drawn to ensure they're fair, not partisan, and ending the practice of gerrymandering.

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