Michael Eric Dyson Interview on Democracy Now! 071807 pt2of5

Watch part 3 here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VQKJNIwCvs

From war and violence to the civil rights movement and hip hop, from Hurricane Katrina to race politics, Professor Michael Eric Dyson takes it all on. Over the past fourteen years he has written fourteen bestselling books including "Come Hell or High Water" and "Debating Race." Ebony magazine has named him as one of the 100 Most Influential African Americans. His latest book is titled "Know What I Mean? Reflections on Hip Hop." Dyson is an ordained Baptist minister, and was just named University Professor at Georgetown where he teaches English, Theology, and African American Studies. Michael Eric Dyson joined Democracy Now for an interview July 18, 2007.

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[rgrove319]

An intelligent scholar and activist who uses his voice for social change

[danjf1]

A great activist, who may by able to jumpstart change with his passion and eloquence of speech. Good stuff!

[seanjohn449]

This is a very,very highly intellectual Professor who is not only for the struggle but also

someone whom has enlighten my understanding of diction.

[jhenao512]

she can't handle him at all.lol I love this guy.

[SweZiEnt]

I love Michael Dyson and NPR!

[hervia]

This guy makes me cheese from ear to ear- such a power intellect.