APA’s History of Upholding Systemic Racism

The American Psychological Association has issued an apology to people of color for its contribution to the establishment of systemic racism in America.

Since its inception in 1892, members of the APA’s work have been relied upon to shape policy, educational standards and construct America’s institutions.

The APA acknowledges the role race has played in psychology, in a resolution published on their website. Their apology earmarks how science has been contorted to uphold and justify racism throughout America’s history.

Dr. Arthur C. Evans Jr., CEO and executive vice president of the American Psychological Association, joins Charles Blow on “Prime” to discuss APA’s role in systemic racism.

All this and more on “Prime.”

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