Overview

The Obama presidency represents a major milestone in black history and the struggle for political, economic and cultural equality in the United States. But how - if at all - has the first black presidency helped move things forward for people of color? Has it delivered the 'change we can believe in' and 'deepening of democracy' that communities of color organized around? To explore these questions, BBC journalist Joanne Griffith interviews black intellectuals, leaders and activists and holds roundtable discussions in several communities around the country.

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Joanne Griffth's journalism gets to the story behind the story. President Obama, are you hearing me? --Dotun Adebayo; Broadcaster and Columnist with the Voice Newspaper(UK) Joanne is the consummate professional, who, when she researches something, leaves nothing left to the imagination, no stone unturned. --Tony Cox, public radio talk show host Joanne Griffith is a journalist who brings a wealth of vision, a global world view, a traveller's spirit for curiosity, meticulous detail and a talent for excellence to her work. Through her powerful and informative projects, Joanne maintains persistently high standards and reminds us of the power of great journalism to offer fresh insight, wrap language in a unique world view and open our eyes to fresh possibility. --Esther Armah, host 'Wake Up Call', WBAI, New York

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Joanne Griffith: Joanne Griffith is an award-winning international broadcast journalist who has reported, produced and hosted programs for the BBC, NPR and Pacifica Radio. She has spent her 15-year career telling the stories of tragedy and triumph throughout the African Diaspora. Based in LA, Griffith hosts a weekly radio program for BBC Radio.

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