Why are hijacking the formerly left politics of Black America, and corporate takeovers of public education key to the hard right's agenda in the US? In an address this month at NYC's All Souls Unitarian Church, Glen Ford outlines the linked history of these two right wing efforts, from vouchers to charter schools to the new wave of black politicians like Cory Booker.
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To read Glen Ford's 2002 articles on the origin and strange career of Newark's Corey Booker, click the links below
The brilliant writer was also a dear friend and mentor.
Glen Ford's persona and dedication inspired analysis and created many friendships.
…For Brother Glen “When an elder dies, a library burns to the ground…” —African proverb (gender-adjusted) I.
Glen Ford was deeply committed to liberating people everywhere.
Glen Ford’s daughter explains his lifelong commitment to Black people.
