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August 23, 2012

Nathan Bedford Forrest: No Hero for Selma

Every city, town and hamlet has them: monuments commemorating pivotal events; memorials to heroes; parks, schools and public buildings named in honor of someone whose legacy is worth preserving.

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Rights & Activism

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April 21, 2014

The N-Word: Connected Through Historical Disconnect?

Dr. Neal Lester talks about meeting folks across the country who want thoughtful, informed and critical conversation about the troublesome n-word.

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August 12, 2014

This is Community

How does one foster a school community—that is equitable and committed to breaking down barriers? A TT awardee shares her approach.

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Rights & Activism

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June 3, 2014

Crossing the Line Between Blue and Pink

Unpacking the word “sissy” helped this teacher build awareness of stereotypes while creating safety for all students.

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Gender & Sexual Identity

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July 31, 2013

Asian-American Heritage Day: A Reflection

During a day of lessons about Asian-American culture and history, students in this Philadelphia school experienced deep learning and reflection.

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February 11, 2015

What Change Looks Like: Notes From Ferguson

This educator wants young people to know that a small group of organized, passionate and hardworking people is behind a national movement.

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Rights & Activism

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Issue 52, Spring 2016

You Spoke, We Listened

Our recent film, PD guide and magazine issues inspired an unprecedented amount of dialogue with readers.

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September 16, 2015

TT Awardee Spotlight: Amy Vatne Bintliff

The application window for the 2016 Teaching Tolerance Award for Excellence in Teaching is open! Learn the ins and outs of this award from Amy Vatne Bintliff, a 2014 awardee.

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"It's Time to Pick Up Where Dr. King Left Off"

Michael Dunn, a white male, shot and killed Jordan Davis, an unarmed African-American male, while Davis was in a parked vehicle at a gas station. This segment from 3 1/2 Minutes, Ten Bullets profiles various perspectives regarding the role that race played in the killing.

Marc Silver

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9-12

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Rights & Activism

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Civics

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August 19, 2016

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"Color Guards" With No Flags

Carl Carter recalls two snapshots from 1960s Birmingham, Alabama, that changed him in ways he “wouldn't understand for years."

Carl Carter

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6-8

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Rights & Activism

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History

November 18, 2014

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