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Franklin A. Thomas was named president of the Ford Foundation in 1979, the first Black to run the philanthropy.

CNN's Roland Martin shares views

POSTED: September 26, 2008, 5:15 am

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Commentator gives thoughts on economy, first presidential debate.

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