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Jerry Hawkins: Reckoning with the Past and a Case For Equity

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Jerry Hawkins, Executive Director of Dallas Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (DTRHT) join Ryan and Shawn on this episode. DTRHT is part of a national 14-place initiative by The W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Jerry explains the reckoning that's needed in order address the lingering effects of racism, and discusses some of the historical events that still have an impact on Dallas today. Jerry also tells listeners why a trip to Half Price Books could be a first step towards healing. Jerry on Twitter: @jerryleads Dallas TRHT on Twitter, LinkedIn & Instagram: @dallastrhc www.dallastrht.org

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