Hi, I'm Shannon, the podcast producer at C-SPAN. This week on C-SPAN's Lectures and History Podcast,

a discussion on Confederate monuments and labor integration in New Orleans. Tulane University History

Professor Ryan Fertell discusses the erection of Confederate monuments in the 20th century, alongside

efforts to integrate and unionize black and white dock laborers.

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Hi, I'm Tammy, and joining me today is Paul as we celebrate 45 years of C-SPAN's unblinking eye on the democratic process.

That's right, Tammy. Since our founding in 1979, C-SPAN has been documenting history with a unique approach, unfiltered, without commentary, and entirely independent from government funding.

C-SPAN is funded by fees from our C-BEL and satellite distribution partners,

and now with fewer people subscribing to cable and satellite, we're asking you to help support our next 45 years.

It's amazing to see how C-SPAN has adapted and grown.

With the rise of digital platforms and social media,

C-SPAN has expanded its reach, so no matter where you are, you have 24-7, 365 access to the

democratic process. And as we navigate this ever-changing media environment, C-SPAN's dedication to

putting you in the rooms where politics is debated and policy is determined will not waver.

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