Boston City Councilor Charles Yancey discusses priorities for Boston's black community in 1988, including lowering the infant mortality rate, reducing the prevalence of guns/drugs, and marking the 350th anniversary of black presence and contributions in the city. Yancey also discusses Jesse Jackson's presidential campaign, the importance of voting, the problems of poverty and homeless, and how listeners can can get involved with education issues. Black Perspectives is a public affairs talk show featuring in depth conversations about issues of interest to the African American community.
