Sylvia A. Harvey (SAH)

Editor’s note: This is the second of two essays The Root is publishing in partnership with Caught, a new podcast from WNYC Studios about the juvenile-justice system. We hope to generate a conversation about how we can support rather than merely punish young people who are in crisis, and we want to hear from you too. Go here to record your own story.

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Far from the ominous spells and creepy pin-dolls of the silver screen, three New Yorkers debunk the myths about Haiti's ancient religion.
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Put children above politics, urges Michelle Rhee '92
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Michelle Rhee '92 discussing American education in New York City Feb. 5.
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