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History network's Roots re-do stands on its own, but not taller than the landmark original

Nearly 40 years after ABC made ratings history with Roots, the History network presents an eight-hour remake that premieres on Memorial Day and runs through Thursday of next week. It’s a worthy effort to “speak to” a new generation of younger viewers. But let’s not throw out the old. Our review is here.

Also, the latest D-FW Nielsen ratings “snapshot” is in.
Ed Bark