Jean Beaman of UC Santa Barbara discusses what, exactly, is Critical Race Theory, why it elicits such an emotional response, and how the open discussion of the flaws in America's history and those who founded it can reveal a path for modern-day Americans to build a more just society.

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What is Critical Race Theory and Why Are We Fighting About It? | Jean Beaman

Today’s political dialogue is designed to make us angry, and the 24-hour news cycle has effectively devolved into an echo of Donald Trump’s Twitter account. Operating under the bold assumption that effective policy isn’t made by “owning” people on YouTube, host Dan Sally speaks with data experts, historians, and people affected by the issues of the day to gain a broader understanding of what – exactly – should America be doing right now. If you need an escape from your high school classmate’s dumb memes, consider this your oasis.