Deborah Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to speak about the recent Black Student Movement demonstration on UNC campus. She talks about takeaways and community concerns, as well as the importance of athletes joining the ongoing conversations.
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Stroman on Sports: Activism on UNC Campus
Deborah Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell to speak about the recent Black Student Movement demonstration on UNC campus. She talks about takeaways and community concerns, as well as the importance of athletes joining the ongoing conversations.
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