Edward Ball

Edward Ball, a writer who explores history and race, dives deep into his family's connection to white supremacy in his book, "Life of a Klansman." The conversation unveils the ongoing consequences of racism from the past, examining responsibility versus accountability. Ball sheds light on the Mechanics Institute Massacre and its implications for Black progress post-Civil War. The discussion emphasizes confronting uncomfortable truths about historical violence and the cyclical nature of social change, making a compelling case for understanding our collective past.