“You'd be amazed how many Black men from the 'hood to Harvard have heard 'Black men are trash' their whole lives, from within the Black community. Then those same voices turn around and blame these men for not wanting to get involved with collective action.”

American political scientist, commentator and writer

Jason Johnson is an American political scientist, commentator, and writer. He is an associate professor of communication and journalism at Morgan State University, and a regular political contributor to MS NOW. He is best known as the author of Political Consultants and Campaigns: One Day to Sell. His work sits at the intersection of politics, media, and public debate, and his writing and commentary often reflect that mix of academic analysis and current affairs.