The American Diplomat

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The American Diplomat

Season 34 Episode 2 | 52m 43s | CC

Discover how three Black diplomats broke racial barriers at the US State Department during the Cold War. Asked to represent the best of American ideals abroad while facing discrimination at home, they left a lasting impact on the Foreign Service.

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