The Rockettes, a symbol of Americana, turns out to have a shockingly unsavory past. Once, they openly declared that black dancers would ‘distract attention,’ thus refusing to hire dancers of color. Now, they’re showing their commitment to human rights in the face of Trump. It’s like putting new wine in old bottles, a situation that leaves one bewildered.
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