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LaDonna Harris, Comanche social activist and politician, talks about Native American history and her work towards reforming the view of Native Americans. She talks about expanding the education about Native American cultures and her work with Americans for Indian Opportunity. Topics such as Columbus, Trail of Tears, religion, and civil rights are discussed.
Author, feminist, and women’s rights activist Gloria Steinem discusses and reads from her book “Revolution from Within: A Book of Self-Esteem.” The book focuses on the connection between internal and external change necessary for a revolutionary mindset. Steinem discusses several figures of inspiration during the writing of this book such as Steve Biko, Frederick Douglass, and Wilma Mankiller. This program includes an excerpt of a 1982 interview with Steinem discussing the 10th anniversary of "Ms." magazine.
Program includes an excerpt of a 1963 interview with Mary Parparis(T2180).