CNN Special Report Season 4 Episode 44 White Power on Trial: Return to Charlottesville
- December 5, 2021
CNN Special Report season 4 episode 44, titled "White Power on Trial: Return to Charlottesville," delves into the events that took place in Charlottesville, Virginia in August 2017. The episode looks at the aftermath of the Unite the Right rally, which was organized by white supremacists and saw violent clashes between these groups and counter-protesters.
The episode takes a deep dive into the trial of James Alex Fields Jr., who was found guilty of first-degree murder for driving his car into a crowd of counter-protesters, killing Heather Heyer and injuring dozens more. The trial highlights the rise of white nationalism in the United States, and sheds light on the violent tactics used by these groups to terrorize communities.
Through interviews with those affected by the events in Charlottesville, the episode provides insight into the impact and lasting trauma of these events. It also reveals the efforts by law enforcement and advocates for social justice to hold white nationalist groups accountable and prevent such incidents from happening again.
"White Power on Trial: Return to Charlottesville" sheds light on the systemic issues of racism and xenophobia that continue to plague our society, and the importance of taking a stand against hate.