A new book examines the “racial hierarchy” of America and how it built the nation’s power structure. On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” we speak to Emory University political scientist Dr. Kelly Burton about “The Price of Union.” As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, Burton offers a new framework for understanding race, power, and democracy.

Then, we learn about the findings of the first ever State of the Georgia Girl Report. Georgia is home to 1.2 million girls under the age of 18. Jai Ferrell, CEO of Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta, and Jenn Hollern, the report's author, share the highlights of the report, such as examining the health, safety, education and the overall well-being of girls across Georgia.