The Power of the Pulpit
African-American clergy have long had influence in the often chaotic Chicago political scene. In "The Power of the Pulpit", the history of this phenomenon is examined, from the Black clergy who cooperated with Democratic Machine politicians to the activists who worked against City Hall. Featuring Rep. Bobby Rush, Rev. Jesse Jackson, Rev. Jeremiah Wright, Rev. James Meeks and others.
- Runtime
- 22m
- Released
- 2005
Details
Release year: 2005
Storyline
African-American clergy have long had influence in the often chaotic Chicago political scene. In "The Power of the Pulpit", the history of this phenomenon is examined, from the Black clergy who cooperated with Democratic Machine politicians to the activists who worked against City Hall. Featuring Rep. Bobby Rush, Rev. Jesse Jackson, Rev. Jeremiah Wright, Rev. James Meeks and others.