Kamala, The Motherland, and Me
Kamala, The Motherland, and Me a captivating memoir by Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey, takes you on a journey of self-discovery and political revelation. Join him aboard Air Force Two, where he accompanies Vice President Kamala Harris on a historic voyage to Africa, the homeland of his father. As a Ghanaian-American political journalist and advocate, Quartey brings a fresh perspective to Vice President Harris's leadership and challenges assumptions about Africa's place in global politics.
Through personal anecdotes and astute political analysis, Quartey delves into Vice President Harris's visit to Ghana, Tanzania, and Zambia, offering insights into the intersections of race, gender, and sexuality. He reflects on the significance of the trip, from discussions on human rights to female empowerment initiatives, shedding light on the complexities of African identity and the global impact of US policies.
Kamala, The Motherland, and Me not only invites readers to reconsider their preconceptions about Vice President Harris but also prompts critical examination of media representation and societal biases. Quartey's transparent narrative explores themes of belonging, acceptance, and the pursuit of progress, resonating with readers across cultural divides.
Paperback: 192 pages
Paperback ISBN: 978-1-953315-42-7
eBook ISBN: 978-1-953315-43-4
Publisher: Press 49 (July 15, 2024)
Language: English
Dimensions: 5.25” x 8”
POL046000 POLITICAL SCIENCE / Commentary & Opinion
HIS037000 HISTORY / World
BIO026000 BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Memoirs
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dr. Nii-Quartelai Quartey is a political journalist, Pepperdine University professor and prominent convener in the fields of dialogue and social change. Born into a Ghanaian-American family, Dr. Quartey holds a doctoral degree in organizational leadership and a master’s degree in social entrepreneurship and change from Pepperdine University. He also holds a bachelor's degree in political science with a minor in critical approaches to leadership from University of Southern California. Throughout his career, he has been featured on various media outlets, including The Oprah Winfrey Show, MSNBC, CNN, NewsNation, SiriusXM, TheGrio and as a daily news anchor for FOX Broadcasting and FOX SOUL. He currently serves as host of A More Perfect Union radio talk show and podcast produced by KBLA Talk 1580, owned and operated by Tavis Smiley.
Before returning to his passion for political journalism, for over a decade Dr. Quartey had been actively engaged in policy advocacy efforts on issues ranging from civil and human rights to childhood obesity to senior issues. These experiences have been foundational to Dr. Quartey’s distinctive approach to political journalism where he aspires to humanize leaders, listens for teachable moments, cautionary tales, and challenges underlying assumptions.