Was Lincoln a racist?

In this episode, we're talking through a question we've gotten from older visitors, documentarians, and teen students alike. Along the way we pass through the Lincoln-Douglas debates, monumental controversies, the power of anger, and lost historical perspectives. Come along with us!


Guests:

Richard Blackett

Brian Dirck

Gwen Westerman

Seth Levi


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