Explore a thought-provoking discussion on the state of race in America featuring Harvard Law School professor Annette Gordon-Reed, poet Elizabeth Alexander, and New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu. Delve into how historical context shapes current perceptions of race relations in this 33-minute video from the Aspen Ideas Festival's Afternoon of Conversation. Gain insights from these influential thinkers as they examine the complex interplay between America's racial history and contemporary social dynamics.