The Myth of Race & Its Historical Consequences

People hold posters near the Lincoln Memorial while thousands gather to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s 'I have a Dream' speech. 08/24/13
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Produced by Jillian Weinberger and Arwa Gunja

Produced by PRI and WNYC