Julie Lythcott-Haims sold Girl Scout cookies and later ran track in high school. But as a black and biracial woman, Lythcott-Haims says her identity was often questioned, even though she felt as American as her peers. As the descendant of a South Carolina slave and her owner, Lythcott-Haims writes, “I’m so American it hurts,” She joins Forum to talk about her book “Real American: A Memoir”, what it means to be a real American and the racism and microaggressions she faced throughout her life.
Guest:
Julie Lythcott-Haims, author & public speaker, “Real American: A Memoir” and “How to Raise An Adult: Break Free of the Overparenting Trap and Prepare Your Kids for Success”
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