African American Legends: C. Virginia Fields, Manhattan Borough President

Host Dr. Roscoe Brown looks into the life of C. Virginia Fields, who is the Manhattan Borough President. They delve into what the Manhattan Borough President's job encompasses, specifically looking at housing, education, healthcare, and economic development within each community in Manhattan and how these things can be improved to help the residents live more prosperous and safe lives.

Taped:  06/30/2004.  

African-American Legends profiles prominent African-Americans in the arts, in politics, the social sciences, sports, community service, and business.  

Watch more at www.tv.cuny.edu/series/aalegends

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