American Masters

Lorraine Hansberry speaks out against injustice

As "A Raisin in the Sun" broke new ground on Broadway, Lorraine Hansberry raised her voice for activism. Hear Lorraine Hansberry's speech of "sighted eyes and feeling heart" against injustice and racism.

Lorraine Hansberry speaks out against injustice

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    Daniel K. Inouye: Life of Service [ASL + OC]

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    This version contains on-screen ASL interpretation and open captions. Explore the story of the U.S. Senator for Hawai’i who was injured in battle during World War II, resulting in the amputation of his right arm. Inouye championed the cause of justice and equality for all Americans, including people living with disabilities.

  • Daniel K. Inouye: Life of Service [Extended Audio Description + OC]: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Daniel K. Inouye: Life of Service [Extended Audio Description + OC]

    15m 31s

    This version contains extended audio description and large open captions. Explore the story of the U.S. Senator for Hawai’i who was injured in battle during World War II, resulting in the amputation of his right arm. Inouye championed the cause of justice and equality for all Americans, including people living with disabilities.

  • Daniel K. Inouye: Life of Service: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Daniel K. Inouye: Life of Service

    12m 41s

    Explore the story of the U.S. Senator for Hawai’i who was injured in battle during World War II, resulting in the amputation of his right arm. Posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom for his lifelong public service, Inouye championed the cause of justice and equality for all Americans, including people living with disabilities.

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