Everyone dreams about who they want to be when they grow up. As we grow up, however, these desires are increasingly influenced by the realities of life. This is especially true for the children of famous civil rights leaders like Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz, daughter of Malcolm X. In this episode, Dr. Shabazz speaks with the Second Draft Project about her father, birthright, lineage, and the importance of carrying the torch. Balancing the work of rewriting the false narrative that surrounds her family while also maintaining her place in the fight for civil rights is an uphill battle, but these are the responsibilities that a daughter of the movement has to bear. Tuning in, you’ll also hear from Black Lives Matter (BLM) co-founder Patrisse Cullors and Rodney King’s daughter Lora King about how they are passing the torch to the next generation.
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Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Growing Up X: A Memoir by the Daughter of Malcolm X
Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz on LinkedIn
