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The Cost of Inheritance

The Cost of Inheritance

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The decades-long debate surrounding reparations is fraught, mired in racial tension and the semantics of restorative justice. While the national conversation remains stalled due to legislative inaction, communities across the country examine their histories and take it upon themselves to arrange their own form of reparations. This detailed investigation of restitution presents accounts of everyday people confronting the past and exploring the possibilities of wealth transfer.

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Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

56 mins

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Release Date

21 November 2023

Country

United States of America

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