Erasing History? Removal of Historic Statues (w/ Professor Bill McClay & Eboni Jenerette)
Constitutional Chats Presented By Constituting America · Constituting America
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Show Notes
Is removing statues of historic figures rewriting history? Actress Janine Turner, Cathy Gillespie, and Constituting America Student Ambassadors Tova Love Kaplan and Dakare Chatman interview Professor Bill McClay on providing historical context for the figures of the past; how, when, and if to decide to remove statues; and how Americans can ensure that the past is remembered and learned from, even when it is flawed. Guest appearance from We the Future Contest "Best Teacher Lesson Plan" winner Eboni Jenerette to discuss her thoughts on removing statues, and how removing the symbol of the past does not undo the history that occurred.