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“The mention of 'The Birth of a Nation' relates to its screening in Waco just before the lynching of Jesse Washington, highlighting its historical context.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: lynching in America
For: Historians and those interested in racial justice
Key quote: “Just over two months after the birth of a nation played in Waco, an estimated 10,000 people watched as a mob mutilated, strangled, and burned Washington to death on the grounds of the city hall.”
The host discusses the historical context of lynching in America, particularly focusing on the case of Jesse Washington. The mention of 'The Birth of a Nation' serves to highlight the societal attitudes and the spectacle surrounding such brutal acts during that era.