Buju Banton Drink Champs Interview clip where Buju explains the difference between Reggae and Dancehall -- from his perspective. Context - Buju was a Dancehall artist initially, but when he converted to Rastafarai he became a Reggae artist. I will be comparing his perspective with that of his contemporary Beenie Man in an upcoming article on my discourse-oriented channel.

- In the very first episode of the show, Charlie talks to City College professor Leonard Jeffries about a controversial speech he delivered on July 20, 1991. -- Journalists Jerry Nachman, Utrice Leid, and Sam Roberts debate Professor Jeffries's contentious ideas. -- David Grubin discusses his four-hour PBS documentary about former President Lyndon Baines Johnson, "LBJ: The American Experience." --Charlie remembers jazz musician Miles Davis with performance clips of the legendary trumpeter. (Not Included because of music rights that we do not own or have permission to utilize) People in this videoUtrice LeidJerry NachmanDavid GrubinLeonard JeffriesMiles DavisSam Roberts** Link to program transcript https://charlierose.com/videos/28319Leonard Jeffries and his ideas about race, history, and cultural politics have caused a raging controversy both in the halls of academia and in American society at large. Vilified in some quarters as a racist and demagogue, Jeffries has also been hailed as an educator who uses his classroom to raise the consciousness of African Americans. His career as chairman of the Department of African-American Studies at the City College of New York has “given a sense of urgency to the notion of expanding African-American studies in classrooms everywhere,” according to Emerge correspondent Michael H. Cottman. “It also has highlighted the growing concern for … black scholars who are now subject to ridicule and branded as incompetents and anti-Semites, as well as being second-guessed by those who object to blacks reexamining world history and offering a dramatically different perspective on the African impact on society.”In his capacity as a college professor and also as a speaker in public forums, Jeffries has stood as an exponent of several controversial theories: that the presence of different levels of melanin—a skin coloration pigment—has caused biological and psychological differences between blacks and whites; that the slave trade was run and financed by wealthy Europeans, including Jews; and that Africa’s role as a force in the creation of modern Western civilization has been systematically undermined by white, Eurocentric historians.Leonard Jeffries was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, the older of two sons in a close-knit blue-collar family. “It was an extraordinarily happy home,” he recalled in New York. “I grew up with the idea of becoming a lawyer to save the race in the civil-rights movement and to be mayor of Newark.” Like other black youngsters coming of age in the late 1940s and early 1950s, Jeffries faced racism from his white schoolmates as well as from some of his teachers, but he buried his rage and strove to excel. He was popular enough to be elected president of his grammar school class and later president of his high school class.Jeffries won a scholarship to Lafayette College and arrived there in 1955 as one of four black students on the campus that year. An honors student almost from the outset of his undergraduate years, he decided to pledge the only fraternity on campus that would accept black members: Pi Lambda Phi, the Jewish fraternity. He was accepted and spent the last three years at Lafayette rooming with Jewish friends and participating actively in the fraternity’s affairs. “The Jews in that frat operated on the African value system—communal, cooperative, and collective,” Jeffries recounted in New York. “It was us against the world. We had very strong relationships because I was the leader…. I was trying to make them men.”In his senior year Jeffries was named president of Pi Lambda Phi, the first black in history to hold that position in the fraternity. The honor further helped to defray his college expenses by paying for his food and lodging. It also provided Jeffries with an ironic title that amused him greatly. “They called the president a Rex—I had to go through college as king of the Jews,” he told New York. “But I managed it. I managed it. Me and my Jews knew what we were about.”Graduating with honors in 1959, Jeffries won a Rotary International fellowship to study at the University of Lausanne in Switzerland. Upon his return to New York in 1961 he enrolled in the graduate program at Columbia University’s School of International Affairs. As he worked toward his master’s and doctorate degrees, he supported himself by working for Operation Crossroads Africa, a private organization that developed community projects in Africa. Jeffries’s association with Operation Crossroads Africa provided him with opportunities to spend time in Guinea, Mali, Senegal, and the Ivory Coast. In 1965, the year he earned his master’s degree, he became the company’s program coordinator for West Africa.*** Read More about Professor leonard Jeffries Here https://www.encyclopedia.com/e....ducation/news-wires- https://www.c-span.org/person/....?35272/LeonardJeffri

⁣This film follows 42 singers, dancers, and musicians from the Republic of Mali during their tour of over fifty American cities, with a focus on the group's performance for faculty and students at Western Michigan University (WMU) in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Also shown are stage settings, backstage activities, and rehearsals. The film was produced and directed by Frederick H. Stein and narrated by Peter Thomas.
Credits
Produced and directed by Frederick H. Stein
Photography by Urs B. Furrer
Edited by Karen Erlebach
Written by William Lundgren
Sound Fred Bosch
Associate Producer Peggy Chane
Assistant Cameraman Ronald Lautore
Electrician Howard Meyer
Narrated by Peter Thomas

A bust of Jean-Jacques Dessalines inaugurated in Benin, West Africa

50 years of ECOWAS — but is there truly anything to celebrate?As the regional bloc marks its golden anniversary, revolutionary-led governments in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have been invited back for a symbolic reunion. But beneath the celebrations lies a deeper truth: decades of political failure, economic dependence, and lost sovereignty.In this video, we break down why the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) should stay the course — and why rejecting ECOWAS may be the bold move toward a new African destiny. This is more than politics; it’s a spiritual and generational awakening.From the betrayal of African interests to the rise of leaders demanding true independence, this moment isn’t just about West Africa — it’s about reclaiming power, pride, and purpose for the whole continent.✊🏿 Africa must rise. Not through old systems. But through bold leadership and fearless vision.

Join us for an inspiring talk by Dr. Leonard Jeffries, a prominent scholar and advocate for social justice, as he delves into the ongoing struggles for equality and empowerment in our communities. In "The Struggle Continues," Dr. Jeffries shares his insights on the historical context of social movements and the importance of resilience in the face of adversity. This powerful presentation not only highlights the challenges we face but also inspires action towards a brighter future.

### Key Points Covered:
- Historical context of social justice movements
- The importance of education and awareness
- Strategies for community empowerment
- Personal anecdotes and lessons learned

Dr. Jeffries' impactful message resonates with anyone passionate about social change, making this talk a must-watch for activists, educators, and all who strive for a better world. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from a true leader in the fight for justice!

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Dr. Leonard Jeffries, social justice, empowerment, equality, community activism, historical context, resilience, social movements, education, change agents

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**Ethiopia Shocks the World! Joins Niger for Africa’s Nuclear Rise & Launches Drone Industry**

Ethiopia is making bold moves that are shaking up global geopolitics! The country has officially joined forces with Niger to push Africa toward nuclear power, signaling a major shift in the continent’s energy and defense capabilities. At the same time, Ethiopia has inaugurated its own drone industry, further cementing its position as a rising technological and military power.

What does this mean for Africa and the world? Is this the dawn of a new era where African nations take control of their own energy and defense futures? Stay tuned as we break down the significance of these developments and how they will impact global power dynamics!

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Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger vs. Algeria

Label: Scodisk Sound ‎– SDX 9
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: Nigeria
Released:1979

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The shooting down of a $30 million Turkish-made Malian drone by Algeria on April 1, 2025, has pushed these once-allied nations to the brink of war. In this deep analysis, we uncover the hidden economic motives behind the conflict, including Algeria's secretive oil interests in Mali's Taoudeni Basin and the strategic resource game being played across the Sahara.
Discover how Mali's military government, backed by Russian Wagner forces, is reclaiming territory and resources that Algeria has long influenced through controlled instability. Learn why the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline hangs in the balance and how Morocco is strategically filling the power vacuum as Algeria's regional influence collapses.
This isn't just about a drone – it's about billions in natural resources, shifting regional alliances, and the future of power in North Africa. The conflict threatens to redraw the geopolitical map of the entire region.
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