Henry Louis Gates Jr on race, being arrested and working towards America's redemption

US academic and TV historian’s rejection of racial categories has drawn criticism from some. But his sense of mischief and underlying belief in American decency remains undimmed. Gates Jr: 'We are all mixed. We are all Americans. We have to accept that we are mixed'

US academic and TV historian’s rejection of racial categories has drawn criticism from some. But his sense of mischief and underlying belief in American decency remains undimmed. Gates Jr: 'We are all mixed. We are all Americans. We have to accept that we are mixed'

Dr. Gates: "For a surprising number of African Americans.our family trees include many white ancestors" "It is the American story": Henry Louis Gates, Jr. on "In Search of Our Roots" Gates: For a surprising majority of African American families, their roots include white ancestors.