Black in America 2 : Soledad O'Brien reports

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Today's Pioneers, examines how community organizers across the country are creating progress and improvements locally. From a Chicago barbershop where African-American men are encouraged to seek ro...

Today's Pioneers, examines how community organizers across the country are creating progress and improvements locally. From a Chicago barbershop where African-American men are encouraged to seek routine medical check-ups; to Tyler Perry, an actor, director and playwright whose life's journey has led him from homelessness to becoming a powerful filmmaker and television producer; to the Black Marriage Day project which works with couples in 300 cities to help develop strong, healthy families; these are the programs and progress of people working to make a difference.

Tomorrow's Leaders, focuses on solutions aimed at developing African-American leaders of tomorrow. Soledad O'Brien reports on programs aimed at creating opportunities for the next generation of youth leadership. Malaak Compton-Rock's Journey for Change for teenagers from inner-city schools, principal Dr. Steve Perry's Capital Preparatory Magnet School and John Rice's Management Leadership for Tomorrow program are all highlighted for the differences they are making in the lives of young African-Americans.

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