Robert Samuels

Angela Harrelson, George Floyd's aunt, shares heartfelt stories about the family's history with racism and poverty in the Jim Crow South. Travis Cain, a childhood friend, reminisces about growing up with Floyd in CUNY Homes, reflecting on their shared challenges and Floyd’s vibrant personality. Reporter Robert Samuels delves into Floyd's move to Minneapolis and his quest for a better life. Together, they paint a rich portrait of George Floyd, exploring his humanity, struggles, and the systemic issues affecting Black communities.

Join Robert Samuels, a national political enterprise reporter for The Washington Post and co-author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning biography on George Floyd, along with Clyde McGrady, a national correspondent covering race for The New York Times. They delve into the transformative impact of Floyd's death five years ago, discussing protests, the enduring backlash against racial progress, and current challenges in systemic racism. Together, they reflect on the legacy of George Floyd and the necessary continued quest for racial justice in America.

Join Robert Samuels, a National Political Reporter at The Washington Post and co-author of 'His Name is George Floyd', alongside Clyde McGrady, a National Correspondent at The New York Times. They reflect on the five-year mark since George Floyd’s murder, exploring the lasting societal changes and the racial reckoning that followed. Samuels questions whether the backlash against progress overshadows the gains made. They discuss the emotional legacy of Floyd’s story and the ongoing struggles within the racial justice movement.