How to Talk about Black History When Diversity is Under Attack
In The News Piece in KQED

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Feb. 19, 2025
Adam Harris is featured in an episode of KQED's radio program discussing the Trump administration's attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and celebrating Black History Month amid these challenges.
Black History Month has been officially celebrated in the U.S. since President Gerald Ford signed a proclamation nearly 50 years ago declaring the month of February as time to recognize the contributions Black people have made to the country. This year, though, the Trump administration’s attacks on diversity, equity and inclusion have put a chill on the celebrations. We talk about how we arrived at a place where honoring Black history is being questioned just five years after the so-called racial reckoning of 2020.
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