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Descendants of Dred Scott and Roger Taney Discuss Reconciliation Amid Supreme Court Debate

Heirs of a 167-year-old Supreme Court ruling reflect on its legacy as the high court examines race and American identity.

Jul 7, 2026, 11:11 AM NPR News

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Descendants of Dred Scott and Chief Justice Roger Taney met last week at a church near the Supreme Court to discuss reconciliation. This gathering occurred as the Supreme Court wrestled with issues of race and the definition of American citizenship. The meeting highlighted the enduring impact of the 167-year-old Supreme Court ruling associated with Taney and Scott, with heirs seeing parallels to contemporary debates.

The event underscored the historical and ongoing complexities surrounding race and citizenship in the United States.

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