William B. Allen on The State of Black America

William B. Allen, resident scholar and former chief operating officer of the Center for Urban Renewal and Education, talks to us today about the book he recently edited, The State of Black America. He tells us about his upbringing and the current narrative about racism and policy in the United States. Is it a problem? What should we do about it?

And don't miss Christy Lynn's Great Antidote EXTRA on this episode, where you'll find even more to explore!




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