Miracle Children: Race, Education & a True Story of False Promises | Katie Benner + Erica L. Green Moderated by: Molly Jong-Fast 

Journalists Katie Benner and Erica L. Green explore the untold story of America’s education system, examining how race, inequality, and systemic failures intersect in the lives of children labeled as “miracle” students. Drawing on years of reporting, Benner and Green reveal the promises made to these students, the forces that shaped their experiences, and the broader implications for education and opportunity in the United States. Their conversation illuminates the human stories behind the headlines, offering a powerful look at hope, ambition, and the consequences of broken promises. The New Orleans Book Festival brings the world’s leading authors to Tulane University for a multi-day celebration of their works. The Festival features both fiction and non-fiction and convenes readings, panel discussions, symposia and keynote speeches. It provides an opportunity for outlets, authors and readers to interact with each other in one of the most vibrant and culturally diverse cities in the world.