Reflections on the Life and Legacy of Senator John McCain

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Reflections on the Life and Legacy of Senator John McCain 

Senator John McCain died on Saturday after a battle with brain cancer. We reflect on Senator McCain’s life, legacy and impact on the world stage.

James Baldwin’s Only Children’s Book Gets Revived

James Baldwin’s children’s book, “Little Man, Little Man,” is being republished more than 40 years later. We speak with Baldwin’s niece, Aisha Karefa Smart. 

North Carolina Keeps Three Confederate Monuments at Statehouse 

The North Carolina Historical Commission recently voted to allow three controversial Confederate statues to remain at the state Capitol in Raleigh. We have more on that decision and the ongoing debate over Confederate monuments.

Guests: 

Fred Hiatt

Aisha Karefa-Smart

Bob Hesselbein

Elliot Ackerman

Kate Hendricks Thomas

Dr. Valerie Ann Johnson

Maya Little

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