Barnes, on the other hand, i liked because of his story. He had a really fascinating (and complicated!) childhood and it was very interesting to listen to. Unlike the girls, i didn't get the impression that he was cocky, i just thought that he was good at what he does and he is very aware of it. Granted, some of what he talked about was a bit weird and uncomfortable for me to listen to (i.e. his killing habits!) but besides that i think he was good. I really wish i had a chance to film him! But because i didn't, depending on how everything goes, i'll probably ask to interview him for my final project. He's a real extraordinary character.
The civil rights museum was wonderful. I've seen the motel balcony in documentaries but I never thought i'd have a chance to see it in real life. The exibits were well put together (some more than others) and the 30 minute movie we watched was also a really good one.
Time and time again i find myself thinking that Jim Crow, Brown v Board, Martin Luther and anything that had to do with civil rights happened centuries ago but watching "The Witness" where MLK's friends are still around to tell the story, and having Mr. Barnes as a speaker reminds me that it hasn't been that long since this country was completely different from what we know it as today. There are still people around to tell what our history books dont include and that's what i appreciated most about our recent trips. I'm learning a lot in these first days and i can't wait to see what else is in store.
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