Peniel Joseph: Dark Days, Bright Nights

Peniel Joseph discusses his book 'Dark Days, Bright Nights' which explores the evolution from Black Power to Barack Obama. The conversation covers the origins of Black Power, its impact on civil rights, and the political journey leading to Obama's presidency. Joseph highlights the influence of Chicago's political scene on Obama and the dual legacy of civil rights and self-determination that Obama embodies.

What role did Barack Obama's upbringing in Chicago play in shaping his political identity?

How did the campaigns of Jesse Jackson impact the Democratic Party's primary rules?

How does the debate over whether black Americans should ask for freedom or seize it relate to Barack Obama's approach?