Charles Rangel talks about his half-century-long career of passionate advocacy.

Why I Keep Raising Hell The Open Mind

Premiered June 13, 2015
Why I Keep Raising Hell

The third-longest currently serving member of the House of Representatives, Congressman Charles Rangel talks about his half-century-long career of passionate advocacy and what to do when “Raising Hell” doesn't erode Congressional obstructionism or other barriers to progress.

About the Program

The Open Mind

Hosted by Alexander Heffner, The Open Mind is a thoughtful excursion into the world of ideas across politics, media, technology, the arts, and all realms of civic life. First broadcast in 1956, it explores challenges of the digital age, American politics and emerging issues. These conversations are a primary resource to the public, students, teachers, researchers, and archivists.

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