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“The bravery of Stanley Kramer's 'Guess Who's Coming to Dinner' amounted to two Hollywood legends - Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy - telling the world that a black son-in-law is something they can live with, and so should you, especially if he looks like Sidney Poitier and has degrees.”

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Wesley Morris is a renowned journalist, born in 1975. His career spans various fields, including news, commentary, and investigative reporting. Morris is known for his in-depth investigations and sharp insights into social issues. more

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