America ReFramed on reparations, and Jack Johnson’s fight against racism | Passport Picks

The Cost of Inheritance, an America ReFramed special, explores the complex issue of reparations in the U.S. using a thoughtful approach to history, historical injustices, systemic inequities, and critical dialogue on racial conciliation. Through personal narratives, community inquiries, and scholarly insights, it aims to inspire understanding of the scope and rationale of the reparations debate.

Unforgivable Blackness: The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson, a two-part special from Ken Burns, is now on Passport!

Jack Johnson was the first African American Heavyweight Champion of the World. His dominance over his white opponents spurred furious debates and race riots in the early 20th century.

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