History Makers: Talking Courage (Russell Simmons)

The HistoryMakers: Courage is a revolutionary program comprised of the personal stories of African-American icons that embody the meaning of the word courage. Viewers will be inspired by never-before-seen firsthand interviews and archival footage of high achievers who refused to take "no" for an answer and forever altered the course of American history and culture. In The HistoryMakers: Courage you will see and hear how Harry Belafonte summoned the courage to risk fame and fortune by speaking truth to power during the civil rights and anti-apartheid movements. Viewers will also be inspired by Vernon Jordan's personal account of the barriers that he had to overcome to earn a seat at the table of America's elite circle of power. The HistoryMakers also contains dozens of other accounts of personal heroism and courage possessed by all that have aspired and attained the highest levels of achievement in America. This is essential viewing for all Americans seeking to inspire the courage to realize their highest hopes and dreams, no matter what the odds.