Wednesday, June 2, 2021: Opponents of Critical Race Theory say it's a dangerous and limiting concept that puts Americans into categories of victim or oppressor based on skin color or gender. Supporters say it's a useful tool for understanding where white supremacy lives and how it continues to harm citizens. As a bill moves through the North Carolina General Assembly that could ban its use in school curriculum or administration, we'll take a closer look at what it really is and why after decades, it has suddenly exploded into the political arena.
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Guest:
Kimberly Cook, Professor of Criminology and Sociology, University of North Carolina Wilmington