The story of Watergate, a tale of checks and balances and how the American system can endure, is a weirdly hopeful story that shows what it takes to protect American democracy. Meanwhile, the American West is a complex and often misunderstood region, as seen in the hit series Yellowstone, which explores the lives of ranchers and the struggles of the Native American population. Author and historian Ibram X. Kendi discusses his work on anti-racism and how it can be taught to children, while the legacy of Richard Nixon continues to be felt in American politics.
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