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Race education polarises society in the United States

An anti-racism protest in New York City

An anti-racism protest in New York City Source: AAP

The teaching of Critical Race Theory in US schools is described by some as vital education, but criticised by others as being divisive.


This feature was first broadcast on the BBC World Service


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