Although the 1970’s were an exciting time for black politics there was a lot of work to be done. Dr. Ben Chavis explains his role as one of the Wilmington 10 and how he became a political prisoner under Nixon’s “Law and Order”. Richard Nixon and his VP Spiro Agnew were wrapped up in scandals and left office making room for President Gerald Ford to be the only unelected VP and President. Ronald Reagan introduces his attacks on social programs with his “Welfare Queen” campaign but falls short, and so does Gerald Ford. Enter Jimmy Carter. [Features Guest Commentary from: Kasim Reid , Tiffany Cross, Steven Lawson, Josiah Bates, Dr. Ben Chavis, Brittney Cunningham , Janett Weaver , Clay Cane]
