Robert Scheer

Host of Scheer Intelligence, known for thoughtful conversations on political issues. Transitioned the show to Scheerpost.

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Aug 2, 2024 • 39min

Seeking asylum for truth telling

Journalist and author Robert Scheer hosts Joel Whitney, who discusses his compelling book, "Flights: Radicals on the Run." They delve into the history of American dissent, spotlighting figures like Angela Davis and Malcolm X, who faced persecution for their beliefs. Whitney highlights the struggles of W.E.B. Du Bois and Lorraine Hansberry amid McCarthyism, illustrating the harsh realities of censorship and the price of truth-telling. Their conversation unravels the counter-narrative of American history and the ongoing fight for freedom of expression.

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