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Moving In, by Norman Rockwell, was inspired by early integration efforts in Park Forest, Illinois. (Image copyright- estate of Norman Rockwell)

Commentary, Park Forest

Owning Racism In America, American Style

by Gary Kopycinski on April 4, 2011

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Moving In, Norman Rockwell, Park Forest integration — Moving In, by Norman Rockwell, was inspired by early integration efforts in Park Forest, Illinois. (Image copyright- estate of Norman Rockwell)