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Gothic storytelling, with its sinister atmosphere of conspiracy and other hallmarks, offers a way to reframe the Kennedy family lore.
Robert F. Kennedy, assassinated 50 years ago, began his career as a conservative anti-communist. At the end of his life, he was transformed into a liberal who championed civil and workers’ rights.
Fifty years ago Elvis Presley sang a tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr: “If I Can Dream.” English professor Robert Morrison goes back to that moment and looks at the lyrics written in honour of MLK.
Africa’s immediate challenge is to develop closer partnerships with those opposing US President Donald Trump.
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Honorary Professor of International Relations, University of the Witwatersrand
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British Academy Global Professor, Queen's University, Ontario
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Distinguished Professor of Political Science, Rutgers University
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Bizot Family Professor of History, University of Memphis
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Professor of English and Irish Literature concentration coordinator, University of Connecticut
