On the Fourth of July
Seventy-nine years after America declared its independence, in 1855, Frederick Douglass blasted the nation for its hypocrisy as a slaveholding nation. In this episode, we reflect on his speech, and question, how far have we really moved toward freedom for everyone?
RESEARCH & RESOURCES:
Poll: Many in the U.S. ignorant of July 4th history
Here’s how much Americans are spending on food, alcohol and fireworks this Fourth of July
