After Words

After Words: Ken Walsh, "Family of Freedom: Presidents and African Americans in the White House," hosted by Julianne Malveaux

About the Program

Veteran White House correspondent explores the long history of African American service in the home of the President of the United States.  From the slaves who built the house to generations of African Americans who've staffed it, Mr. Walsh shows that race relations inside the White House have sometimes reflected those outside of its doors.  He talks with author and educator Julianne Malveaux.

About the Authors

Kenneth Walsh

Kenneth Walsh is the author of several books, including "Ronald Reagan" and "Feeding the Beast" He has covered the White House since 1986 and is a former president of the White House Correspondents' Association. 


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After Words: Ken Walsh, "Family of Freedom: Presidents and African Americans in the White House," hosted by Julianne Malveaux

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Past Airings

  • Tuesday, July 5th at 1am (ET)
  • Monday, July 4th at 1pm (ET)
  • Sunday, April 10th at 12pm (ET)
  • Monday, April 4th at 3am (ET)
  • Sunday, April 3rd at 11pm (ET)
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