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Portrayal & Perception: African American Men & Boys

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Portrayal and Perception highlights successful African American men in a variety of companies and organizations, and explores how the media portrays African American men, and how society views them as a result. The series strives to inspire discussion, elevate portrayal, and clarify perceptions of African American men and boys in the community.

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Season 1 Episode 101 | 27m 36s | CC

In this episode, Michael Bartley shows how local African American entrepreneurs, often overlooked by commercial media, are not only experiencing financial success, they are inspiring future business leaders.

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