My Vanishing Country

Wednesday, June 19
8:30–9:30am

Based on his New York Times best-selling memoir, My Vanishing Country, Bakari Sellers takes audiences on an eye-opening journey through America’s past, present and future. Part memoir, part historical and cultural analysis, Sellers explores and honors the lives of America’s forgotten black working-class men and women—people who are often overlooked by the media but have nonetheless played a pivotal role in shaping our country. In a courageous conversation about race and America’s path forward, Sellers will inspire us to tackle society’s challenges head-on, beginning with a willingness to engage meaningfully with one another—even those (especially those) who see the world differently than we do.

Bakari Sellers made history in 2006 when, at just 22 years old, he became the youngest member of the South Carolina state legislature and the youngest African American elected official in the nation. He is an attorney, activist, CNN political analyst, two-time bestselling author, and podcast host addressing topics ranging from politics, race, sports, media, the presidential campaign, and much more.