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Day: August 12, 2017

Racism & Seuss: It’s not a bug. It’s a feature. (A Twitter Essay)

Posted on August 12, 2017October 22, 2017 by Philip Nel

So, as racism is on the rise, people seek examples of anti-racist thought to share.  This is helpful!  We need models from the past and present to guide us through these perilous times and (let us hope) towards a better future. Dr. Seuss is one of the people who is often quoted and shared.  He’s…

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