Day 33: Is Cruelty an American Norm?
10/04/24 • 27 min
Today, I explore whether cruelty is an American norm, diving into cases like Fred Korematsu’s internment, the legacy of slavery, and modern immigration policies. From racial discrimination to state-sanctioned punishment, we’ll look at how cruelty has been used to control marginalized groups and undermine democracy. This episode is a must if you want to understand what’s at stake in this election.
Today, I explore whether cruelty is an American norm, diving into cases like Fred Korematsu’s internment, the legacy of slavery, and modern immigration policies. From racial discrimination to state-sanctioned punishment, we’ll look at how cruelty has been used to control marginalized groups and undermine democracy. This episode is a must if you want to understand what’s at stake in this election.
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