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Scholar Eddie Glaude Jr. reflects on America at 250

Jun 15, 2026 · 44m

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Eddie Glaude Jr. reflects on America's divided soul at 250.
His book 'America, U.S.A.' examines the nation's past anniversaries.
Glaude calls for the U.S. to acknowledge failures and 'grow up'.

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