"Fatherless By Design"

President Obama spoke of the absence of fathers (AWOL) in the home and limited to minimal engagement that occurs. Bill O’Reilly was adamant in his conversations with Dr. Mark Lamont Hill that the problem was strictly behavioral problems among African American men, while Dr. Mark Lamont Hill attempted to weigh in on problems within the system as it relates to African American men. Noted artist, poet and historian Ty Gray-El brings a sense of order, clarification and offers something that really needs reflection, investigation and dialogue. Ty will emphatically let you know that he does not believe that the high numbers of children fatherless is no mere coincidence. Is it an issue of responsibility? Systemic oppression? Genetic predisposition? Poverty? What is it? Does that mean that women are not honored for the roles they take as head of household? What are the implications? Where do we go from here? Join us as we listen to viewpoints from President Obama, Bill O’Reilly, Dr. Lamont Hill, Ty Gray-El and others. Featured Guest: Ty Gray-EL is the author of "Breath Of My Ancestors: Recollections From The Conscience Of An African In American." He is the founder of "Stress Away...Write Away: Creative Expression Experience" and Chief Communications Officer of Empowerment Center, Inc. Ty is also known as the Ambassador of Poetry. The Power of the Spoken Word is evident each time this Inspirational Story Teller opens his mouth. He captures your imagination by weaving poetry, historical events and present-day facts into a bright celestial cloth that lifts the air, enlivens your spirit and your soul. Ty has appeared on The Michael Baisden Show, The Russ Parr Morning Show, BET News, Mark Thompson's Sirius Radio Show. He co-founded R.E.A.C.H., a non-profit organization supporting youth and ex-offenders. He is formerly the Crime Prevention Coordinator for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington.