The young adult novel The Hate U Give tells the story of a teenager whose childhood friend is shot and killed by a police officer. In the book, now a finalist for a National Book Award and Kirkus Prize, author Angie Thomas addresses difficult topics including race relations, police violence and racial stereotypes. NewsHour Weekend Special Correspondent Alison Stewart spoke with Thomas.
Bestselling Book ‘The Hate U Give’ Tackles Police Violence Against Black Teenagers
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