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Dr. Cornel West is one of America's most prominent public intellectuals, a philosopher, political activist, and author who has shaped discourse on race, democracy, and justice for decades.
A professor at Union Theological Seminary and former Princeton and Harvard faculty member, he has written over 20 books including 'Race Matters,' which transformed how America discusses racial inequality. His work spans philosophy, African American studies, and political commentary, bringing moral clarity to conversations about justice and democracy.
He speaks on democracy, racial justice, and the moral foundations of a just society.
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