As I continue to explore the connections between art and justice I question the usefulness of the image of “margins” in helping us seek justice. The essay considers “white savior” movies, the parable of the good Samaritan, advent stories, and car wrecks.

Related D&N articles:

• Art & Justice Part One: Inside
• Art & Justice Part Two: Imagining Justice
• Lynching Today: Reflections on “The Cross and the Lynching Tree” by James Cone
• Gentrification, Self-Segregation, & Reconciliation

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Music references:

All music is by Nori. Most is from their World Anew album.
In this episode:
Intro music: “Footprints”
Interludes: “The Garden”
Used with permission.
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