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May 2024
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School Desegregation In 1868? The Story ...

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Drew Perkins talks with Joshalyn Hickey-Johnson, author of the children's book, Susie Clark: The Bravest Girl You've Ever Seen, a story about desegregating Iowa schools in 1868.

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