How Americans deceive ourselves about slavery

npr.org·Terry Gross·2026-08-14T18:13:00.000Z
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Humanitarian Reporting

This article documents human rights concerns or humanitarian issues using credible institutional sources. It is not considered a psychological operation.

This article is not considered a psychological operation. It is a reflective, well-sourced piece of journalism that explores how the legacy of slavery and the Confederacy is remembered in the U.S., focusing on the ways public symbols and education have downplayed racial oppression. Through personal narrative and historical analysis, it encourages readers to confront uncomfortable truths about monuments, memory, and the ongoing impact of slavery.

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