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Ibram X. Kendi: Is the US inherently racist?

In an interview with Al Jazeera, author and anti-racism activist Ibram X. Kendi discusses the current climate surrounding race in the United States, including the banning of books, the dismantling of diversity programs, and the increasing politicization of racial debates. He also reflects on the aftermath of George Floyd's murder and the broader political dynamics influencing America's ongoing struggles with race and identity.

Talk to Al Jazeera Books are being banned, diversity programmes dismantled and debates over race increasingly politicised. In this episode of Talk to Al Jazeera, author and anti-racism activist Ibram X. Kendi examines the backlash against anti-racism efforts, the legacy of George Floyd’s murder and the deeper political forces shaping America’s ongoing struggle over race and identity.

Published On 14 Jun 2026

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Al Jazeera EnglishState / PublicLeft7 days ago
Ibram X. Kendi: Is the US inherently racist?

In an interview with Al Jazeera, author and anti-racism activist Ibram X. Kendi discusses the current climate surrounding race in the United States, including the banning of books, the dismantling of diversity programs, and the increasing politicization of racial debates. He also reflects on the aftermath of George Floyd's murder and the broader political dynamics influencing America's ongoing struggles with race and identity.

Bias read (Left): The article features Ibram X. Kendi, a prominent anti-racism scholar and advocate known for his progressive views on systemic racism. The framing emphasizes the existence of systemic racism and critiques policies that dismantle anti-racism initiatives, which aligns with a left-leaning perspective. S

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