This is a radio piece commemorating the anniversary of the lynching that inspired the poem and song "Strange Fruit" made famous by Billie Holiday.
Obviously, teachers should preview this and determine whether it is appropriate for their students. I always find it very powerful for my students to hear the voices of the people depicted in iconic images. In an increasingly desensitized world we need to do our best to bring gravity and authenticity to the our materials.
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129025516
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