Hate Is Just a Four-Letter Word

what happens

Controversy erupts when the university's Black Student Union arranges a speaking engagement for Roland Turner, a respected leader who has made anti-Semitic remarks. Jewish student leaders do not want to allow him to speak, as they believe this will encourage hatred and intolerance. Student senator Janice Williams insists that Turner's message actually centers on unity. Brandon endures criticism when he postpones the vote on the issue. Andrea joins the protest and accuses Brandon of selling out to salvage his political career. Jesse tells Andrea that he respects her passion for the cause, but accuses her of being narrow-minded. A bomb threat is called in to the school, and someone paints swastikas on the outside of the Jewish student union. Andrea's grandmother encourages her to listen to what Turner has to say, and they sit with Janice at the speech. A conversation with Andrea prompts David to reflect on his faith. He attends the candlelight protest outside the auditorium. Ke

who made it

directed

Les Landau

guest cast

Billed for this episode only — the turn people remember an episode for.

• Jamie Walters as Ray Pruit
• Judyann Elder as Nora Touissant
• Kristen Dalton as Jamie Young
• Jon Gries as Dope Dealer
• Jed Allan as Rush Sanders
• Natalie Venetia Belcon as Janice Williams
• Stephanie Beacham as Iris McKay
• Cress Williams as D'Shawn Hardell