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Ret. Admiral John Kirby on Pres. Trump's Use of Military
S2020 E2244 - 2m 48s
Today is a day to mourn George Floyd’s killing and to celebrate his life, as a memorial service in Minneapolis takes place – the first of many to come. But while people call for accountability, President Trump continues his tough-talk response to the outrage. This has prompted backlash from former military officials. Retired Rear Admiral John Kirby joins the program to discuss.
Is Truth and Reconciliation Possible in the United States?
S2020 E2244 - 2m 48s
The most famous conflict resolution to emerge out of institutionalized racism came from South Africa. White supremacy was legally sanctioned under apartheid in the country until 1990, when Nelson Mandela led the majority black nation in a peaceful transition to democracy. Paul van Zyl and Vincent Warren discuss what lessons the U.S. can learn from South Africa.
Ret. Commander John Allen on Pres. Trump's Military Threats
S2020 E2244 - 2m 57s
General John Allen led NATO and U.S. forces in Afghanistan and headed up the international anti-ISIS campaign. He now leads the Brookings Institution, and joins the show to react to President Trump’s military threats this week.
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