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Earl Ofari Hutchinson, born on October 8, 1945, is an American author and media critic. He is known for writing many books and articles about politics and race in America. He also hosts radio shows and appears on TV to share his ideas.

Growing Up and Learning

Earl Ofari Hutchinson was born in Chicago, Illinois. He went to Catholic elementary schools and Mt. Carmel High School there. In 1961, he moved to Los Angeles and attended Dorsey High School.

He continued his education at California State University, Los Angeles, where he earned a bachelor's degree in sociology. Later, he received a master's degree in humanities from California State University, Dominguez Hills. His father, Earl Hutchinson Sr., was also an author. His daughter, Sikivu Hutchinson, is a well-known author and speaker, and his son, Fanon Hutchinson, is a documentary videographer.

Earl Hutchinson's Work

Earl Ofari Hutchinson is a commentator who shares his views on current events. He has written more than 10 books focusing on politics and issues related to race in America. He also writes for many news websites and is often interviewed by different news channels and radio stations.

He hosts a live radio show called The Hutchinson Report on KPFK-FM in Los Angeles. On his show, he talks about important topics and takes calls from listeners. He also hosts a show on KTYM-Radio in Los Angeles. Since the 1990s, he has often appeared on U.S. television programs. He shares his thoughtful opinions on breaking news and important discussions.

Books by Earl Hutchinson

Hutchinson's 1996 book, Betrayed: The Presidential Failure to Protect Black Lives, discussed the 1964 murders of two African-American teenagers. His book From King to Obama: Witness to a Turbulent History shares his personal view of major events and people from the 1960s through the early 2000s.

Some of his more recent books include How Obama Won, The Ethnic Presidency: How Race decides the Race to the White House, and The Latino Challenge to Black America. He has written many articles about race and politics for major newspapers like the Los Angeles Times, Newsday, The Washington Post, and The New York Times. He has also been featured on TV shows like ABC's World News Tonight.

He is a frequent guest on news channels like Fox News, PBS, NPR, CNN, and MSNBC. He is also a writer for New America Media and a regular contributor to The Huffington Post. His radio show, The Hutchinson Report, is shared with over fifty cities across the country.

Community Involvement

Earl Hutchinson started the Los Angeles Urban Policy Roundtable (LAUPR). This group organizes community discussions and gives money to local non-profit organizations. The LAUPR's Impact Micro Awards help groups and individuals who are working to build stronger communities. Some groups that have received support include the Harmony Project, Eso Won Books, the Korean American Historical Society, and Centro Latino for Literacy.

About His Family

Earl Ofari Hutchinson's daughter, Sikivu Hutchinson, is an activist and author. Her books include Imagining Transit: Race, Gender and Transportation Politics in Los Angeles and Godless Americana: Race and Religious Rebels. His son, Fanon Hutchinson, works in broadcasting for the American Forces Network. He is also a videographer and producer of short films. In the 2016 U.S. presidential election, Earl Hutchinson supported Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton.

Books Written by Earl Ofari Hutchinson

• The Myth of Black Capitalism (1970)
• Let Your Motto Be Resistance: The Life and Thought of Henry Highland Garnett (1972)
• The Mugging of Black America (1991)
• Black Fatherhood: The Guide to Male Parenting (1994)
• Black Fatherhood II: Black Women Talk About Their Men (1994)
• Blacks and Reds: Race and Class in Conflict, 1919–1990 (1994)
• Beyond O.J.: Race, Sex and Class Lessons For America (1996)
• Betrayed: A History of Presidential Failure to Protect Black Lives (1996)
• The Assassination of the Black Male Image (1997)
• The Crisis in Black and Black (1998)
• A Colored Man's Journey Through 20th Century Segregated America (2000)
• The Disappearance of Black Leadership (2000)
• The Emerging Black GOP Majority (2006)
• The Latino Challenge to Black America: Towards a Conversation Between African Americans and Hispanics (2007)
• The Ethnic Presidency: How Race Decides the Race to the White House (2008)
• How the GOP Can Keep the White House, How the Democrats Can Take it Back (2008)
• How Obama Won (2009)