Rep. James Clyburn on the Black politicians that shaped America

from On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti · host WBUR

James Clyburn is one of the most influential Democrats in Congress. His new book “The First Eight" is about the Black South Carolina Congressmen who preceded and inspired him. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

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