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Book tackles police violence against black teenagers

Bestselling book ‘The Hate U Give’ tackles police violence for black teenagers

09/24/2017

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Book tackles police violence against black teenagers

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Bestselling book ‘The Hate U Give’ tackles police violence for black teenagers

The young adult novel "The Hate U Give" tells the story of a teenager whose childhood friend is shot and killed by a police officer. In the book, now nominated for a National Book Award and Kirkus Prize, author Angie Thomas addresses difficult topics including race relations, police violence and racial stereotypes. NewsHour Weekend Special Correspondent Alison Stewart spoke with Thomas.

09/24/2017

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