Intolerance in Northern Ireland
Whether Catholic or Protestant, Northern Ireland’s children suffer the effects of religious prejudice inherited from their parents. In this episode, Meg Ryan helps tell how the cycle is being broken. Meet Mark, Grace, and Colin, who talk about intolerance in Northern Ireland.
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Colin: Breaking with the past
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