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University of Massachusetts, Lowell, history professor Chad Montrie traced how racism has shaped Minnesota for his forthcoming book, “Whiteness in Plain View: A History of Racial Exclusion in Minnesota.” MPR News editor Brandt Williams sat down with Montrie to discuss his book, and what the author means by the word, “whiteness.” The interview is part of the MPR News 

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In his forthcoming book, University of Massachusetts, Lowell, history professor Chad Montrie traces how racism has shaped Minnesota.

A new book traces how racism has shaped Minnesota. Author Chad Montrie is a professor of history at the University of Massachusetts, Lowell.  His forthcoming book is "Whiteness in Plain View: A History of Racial Exclusion in Minnesota.” MPR News editor Brandt Williams recently sat down with Montrie and began by asking what the author means by the word 'whiteness.' The interview is part of the MPR News North Star Journey series.

Book author Chad Montrie on racism in Minnesota

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