State Rep. LaShawn Ford Introduces Legislation To Address Reparations

Should African Americans receive reparations for the damages from slavery? Illinois State Representative LaShawn Ford has introduced legislation that puts the discussion on the table. Will Illinois pass landmark legislation that sets a precedent for other states to follow? What forms should such reparations take? What about proposals for free land, free education, and debt forgiveness? What will it take for teh legislation to pass the Illinois General Assembly? Will the Federal Government follow suit? In this election season, who knows what may happen. State Rep. LaShawn Ford is our guest today to discuss his legislation and the expectations for what may happen should it pass into law.