Marian Wright Edelman: Reflections from a lifetime fighting to end child poverty

Marian Wright Edelman discusses her upbringing in the segregated South, influenced by her parents' values of service and leadership. She shares experiences that shaped her advocacy for children, including founding the Children's Defense Fund. Edelman highlights achievements like the Head Start program and CHIP, while addressing ongoing challenges like child poverty. She emphasizes the need for global responsibility and a better future for children.

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