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Today, Explained

Black Lives Matter is working

Jun 25, 2020
Adam Serwer, a staff writer at The Atlantic, dives into America's current racial reckoning and explores why the Black Lives Matter movement is gaining unprecedented support. He discusses pivotal incidents like Amy Cooper's confrontation in Central Park to illustrate racial dynamics and white privilege. Serwer also examines the shifting attitudes of white Americans towards anti-racism and the complexities surrounding policing reforms. Additionally, he tackles the contentious debate over Confederate symbols, questioning their place in society and what they represent.
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