Bush v. Gore and Why It Matters in 2020

Bush v. Gore and Why It Matters in 2020

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The fight that shook America

Jack Johnson was the first world Black heavyweight champion, but winning the title was only part of the battle. Every time Johnson stepped into a boxing ring, he struck a blow to white supremacy. In this week’s episode, the story of Jack Johnson and the legacy of Black athletes p ...  Show more

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