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Loving, but critical: How a quilter feels about America at 250

Rev. Carol Burnside's flag quilt in progress. (Courtesy of Carol Burnside)
Courtesy of Carol Burnside
Rev. Carol Burnside's flag quilt in progress. (Courtesy of Carol Burnside)

Carol BurnsideHost Peter O’Dowd speaks with Rev. Carol Burnside of Baltimore, who describes herself as a quilter for racial justice. She talks about how the American flag is inspiring her art this summer.

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