Impact of black newspaper explored
From its beginnings in 1907, the Pittsburgh Courier has been a leader among the nation’s African American newspapers – sparking historic change on issues ranging from education, housing and employment to discrimination in the military.
The history and impact of the Pittsburgh Courier is explored in “A Beacon For Change: The Pittsburgh Courier Story,” at 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 22 on WQED. The documentary will rebroadcast at 7:30 p.m. February 26 .
Producer Iris Samson and Associate Producer Harold Hayes tell the story of the legendary newspaper with rare archival images and compelling interviews. “A Beacon For Change: The Pittsburgh Courier Story” explores the Courier’s impact on civil rights, social justice, culture and sports. The paper also provided historians with an invaluable chronicle of everyday life in the black community.