John Stossel Interviews Illinois Affiliate Head Jonathan Bean

Glenn Ricketts

You can watch our Illinois affiliate president Jonathan Bean here, as he discusses the role of business in breaking down racial barriers.

Jonathan is professor of history at Southern Illinois University, where he has frequently defended academic freedom and free speech.

His newest book is the anthology Race & Liberty in America.

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