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Ep. 700 - America’s Heroes Group: Addressing the Historical Struggles of Black Veterans
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In this episode of America’s Heroes Group, host Sean Clayborn speaks with Richard Berkshire, CEO and co-founder of the Black Veterans Project. They discuss the organization's mission to address the historic inequities faced by Black veterans, focusing on reparative justice, benefit obstruction, and the ongoing legal and advocacy efforts to bring about change. This conversation highlights the systemic issues surrounding the G.I. Bill, VA benefits, and the military’s role in perpetuating racial disparities.Topics:Introduction to Richard Berkshire and the Black Veterans Project (00:00:24)Historical benefit obstruction for Black veterans (00:01:18)Legal efforts and reparative justice (00:03:24)Impact of racial disparities in military benefits (00:05:02)Successes and challenges in advocacy and litigation (00:11:30)The legacy of racial discrimination in U.S. military history (00:12:23)Black veterans' stories and their importance in shaping future legal efforts (00:16:02)The future of reparative justice for Black veterans (00:17:12)
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