Eddie Jenkins

Eddie Jenkins, a fellow student at Holy Cross College, shares his unique insights into Clarence Thomas's college years and his role in the Black Student Union. The discussion dives into Thomas's journey from a childhood in poverty to grappling with identity at a predominantly white institution. Jenkins recounts the challenges faced by Black students in 1968 and their fight for representation. The conversation also touches on Thomas's transformation from a college radical to a conservative figure, highlighting the complexities of racism and activism during that era.