Episode 139: The Legacy of Jackie Robinson
The book 42 TODAY: Jackie Robinson and His Legacy, is a collection of essays written by filmmakers, writers, journalists, scholars, and activists reflecting on the impact of the barrier breaking athlete in baseball and far beyond. It takes a deep dive into his work and legacy in civil rights, politics, and the wider sports world. My guests are the editor of this collection, Michael G. Long, and one of the essayists, Randal Maurice Jones.
Michael G. Long is the author or editor of several books on civil rights, religion, and politics in mid-century America, including First Class Citizenship…
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