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“Young has often been relegated in recent years to the second tier of civil rights leaders. “The Powerbroker” argues persuasively that he deserves higher.”
“He may not have wished for popularity, but “The Powerbroker” aims to reveal his voice and efforts to a country that still benefits from the results of his persuasive activism.”
“‘The Powerbroker’ not only showcases a revolutionary whose rhetoric wasn’t sexy or easily co-opted by hip-hop for its lack of easy sloganeering, but it also presents an unspoken attitude in the Black community: a distrust of other Blacks if they happen to be friends with a lot of white people.”
Article reviews
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- The Chicago Tribune: Documentary spotlights civil rights pioneer