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Singer Dee Dee Bridgewater Tells of Past Racism

Renowned singer Dee Dee Bridgewater recently sat down with NPR's Tony Cox, and opened up about her life and career. Among many topics discussed was Dee Dee's hair -- specifically how the dreadlocks she sported some years ago invited discriminatory remarks and reactions from strangers.

In November, News & Notes will launch a month-long series all about race in America. Please share your own stories and thoughts in the comment section below, and let us know what types of race-related subjects and questions you would like to hear discussed.

The entire interview with Dee Dee Bridgewater will air on News & Notes this Monday, October 20th.




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