Debate on the Orgins of Western Civilization Part 1

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A Debate On The Source Of Western Civilization And The Debt It Owes Africa

March 29th, 1996

Dr. Martin Bernal was under attack with his "Black Athena" which attributes Africa's role in Western Civilization. Well here he gets to face his biggest Critics who actually wrote a rebuttal book "Not out of Africa". Things are much MUCH different when they have to face Dr.Bernal in person.

Dr. John Henrik Clark and Dr. Martin Bernal vs Dr. Mary Lefkowitz and Dr. Guy McLean Rogers

Moderated by Latrice leed

Introduction of the motions of both sides and the background of the 4 panelists.

Opening statement from Dr. John Henrik Clark