Episode 38: What's Race Got To Do With It, 1908

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In this episode, Philip & Veronica discuss a racist 1908 letter from Assumption, Illinois and its connection to 2022.

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Episode 38: What's Race Got To Do With It, 1908

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In this episode, Philip & Veronica discuss a racist 1908 letter from Assumption, Illinois and its connection to 2022.

56 эпизодов

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