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BIF Roundtable: Nostalgic for Black History

Season 32 Episode 3215 | 26m 45sVideo has Closed Captions

How can we celebrate Black History without re-traumatizing the black community?

February is all about celebrating black heroes and stories, but how do we celebrate Black Heritage without re-traumatizing the black community with singular focuses on slavery struggles? Earl Ijames, Michelle Lanier, and Phyllis Coley share their thoughts on how black excellence can be celebrated and honored even when discussing the horrors of America's past.

02/26/2017 | Rating NR

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BIF Roundtable: Nostalgic for Black History

Season 32 Episode 3215 | 26m 45sVideo has Closed Captions

February is all about celebrating black heroes and stories, but how do we celebrate Black Heritage without re-traumatizing the black community with singular focuses on slavery struggles? Earl Ijames, Michelle Lanier, and Phyllis Coley share their thoughts on how black excellence can be celebrated and honored even when discussing the horrors of America's past.

02/26/2017 | Rating NR

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