We know that he is a Harvard historian (not bad in my book), but I pulled a few youtube clips to give a glimpse of the man. Many are trying to demonize him. Don’t fall for it.
I also found a very interesting clip of Gates discussing his documentary on Lincoln (which is wonderful). However, it will not allow me to embed it. So follow this link.
Brian Duffin said,
July 24, 2009 at 5:40 am
Although I can’t view YouTube videos at work, I am certain that under any other circumstance–outside of police contact–Professor Gates is a decent human being and a great guy. Sadly, though, most of America will know him from one isolated incident where he lost his cool.
Chris H. said,
July 24, 2009 at 5:45 am
Luckily his works are pretty accessible, so I hope that maybe this will give others a chance to view those as well. The series he did on Black family history was awesome. The documetary on Lincoln was one of the best that came out during the big 200th Birthday of Lincoln hoopla.
Anyways, thanks Brian.