Looking Towards American Renewal

Renegades: Born in the USA by Higher Ground

Jun 7, 202100:50:10Society & Culture

President Obama and Bruce discuss the hope for American unification, they ask themselves what defines cultural appropriation, and Bruce shares memories from when he was writing "Born in the USA." -- Archival clips courte...

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