Basic Black

Portraits of Purpose

Season 2015 Episode 7 | 26m 46s  | Video has closed captioning.

Bostonians whose stories have been sidelined are now highlighted in 107 portraits coupled with narrative profiles. "Portraits of Purpose: A Tribute to Leadership" ensures that the contributions of notable Bostonians of color are preserved for all time. Panelists: the book's photographer, Don West; the book's writer, Kenneth Cooper; and Phillip Martin, senior reporter at WGBH News.

Aired: 01/30/15

Rating: NR

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Basic Black is a local public television program presented by GBH.

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