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 was nominated for an Oscar for Best Documentary Feature. Last night it lost that category to another documentary about race, 

The film is based on the work of essayist, novelist, and social critic James Baldwin, he is credited as the writer of the film. 
 
The Counter Stories hosts recently saw the documentary and sat down to talk about its power and its message.

 To hear the discussion use the audio player above. 

, an attorney with a public policy background.

, an assistant Professor at Metropolitan State University and cultural consultant.

, a race equity advocate in the west metro.

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The Counter Stories hosts watched "I Am Not Your Negro" and shared their thoughts.

Counter Stories goes to the movies: 'I Am Not Your Negro'

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