The Glenn Show

John McWhorter – The Path Not Taken for Black Activism

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Dec 6, 2024
In a thought-provoking discussion, John McWhorter, a Columbia University professor and New York Times writer, reflects on the legacy of civil rights leader John Lewis and the evolution of Black activism. He critiques the effectiveness of past figures like Stokely Carmichael, noting a shift from genuine protest to performative activism today. McWhorter shares his views on the importance of education in understanding identity and examines the absence of conservative voices in current discourse, contrasting them with influential progressive figures like James Baldwin.
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Thanksgiving Gathering

  • Glenn Lowry hosted a large Thanksgiving gathering with family, enjoying a traditional meal.
  • He found the preparation more engaging than the meal itself, describing it as anticlimactic.
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McWhorter's Thanksgiving

  • John McWhorter attended three Thanksgiving parties as a guest, since his daughters were with their mother.
  • One party was hosted by Broadway composer Adam Gettle, grandson of Richard Rogers.
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Thanksgiving Grace

  • As the family patriarch, Glenn Lowry delivered a 90-second Thanksgiving "grace" before the meal.
  • He acknowledged the varying religious beliefs within the family while expressing gratitude.
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