On May 19, 2017, New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu delivered a moving speech about why the city took down four Confederate monuments that had been installed during the end of the 19th century.
Discussion Questions:
Please prepare responses on a separate piece of paper to the questions as you watch the speech and after you view the speech. We will discuss your responses in class - be ready!
- What stands out for you most in the Landrieu's speech? What did you find upsetting, surprising, or moving? Why?
- How important do you think it is that these statues were removed? Why?
- If the statues are going to be taken down, what should be done with them?
- The controversy over the statues – and other Confederate symbols across the country—has sparked many conversations, as well as angry debates and protests. Is this a positive development? Why or why not?
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