Black Power TV

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The book delves into the evolution of Black public affairs television from 1968, highlighting shows like Inside Bedford-Stuyvesant and Say Brother. It showcases how these programs transformed from tools for managing Black discontent into platforms for authentic Black expression and empowerment. Featuring diverse voices, including a Harlem police officer and students proposing curriculum changes, the narrative emphasizes the role of national programs like Soul! and Black Journal in shaping African American identity and contributing to the Black Arts Movement.