MPR News Presents

Speeches, documentaries and debates.

'The Invention of Race'
"The Invention of Race." How, why and when was the notion of "race" developed? This special explores the construction of race, and racism, from the ancient world to today.
Dan Rather on 'What Unites Us'
Former CBS News anchor Dan Rather speaks in Minnesota about the ideas in his new book, "What Unites Us: Reflections on Patriotism."
The transformation of American politics since 1968
A look back at the 1968 election and the ways it can illuminate presidential politics today. Lawrence O'Donnell is the author of "Playing with Fire: The 1968 Presidential Election and the Transformation of American Politics."
David Williams: racism is damaging our health
A talk by Harvard University sociology and public health professor David Williams, who says racism and discrimination, unconscious or otherwise, is damaging the physical and mental health of all Americans.