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Bankole Thompson

Detroit News Columnist; Author

Detroit News Columnist; Author

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Bankole Thompson Biography

The former editor of the Michigan Chronicle, Thompson now serves as an opinion columnist at the Detroit News. He writes a twice-a-week column on politics and culture. His reports covering myriad issues from around the world, and specifically those facing Michigan's African-American community, have won national and international acclaim. Thompson serves as the editor-in-chief at the Pulse Institute, Detroit's anti-poverty think tank.

Bankole Thompson is the author of two books on Barack Obama and writes about the challenges of urban America.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/09/2024.

Bankole Thompson Videos

  • .@fordschool - Bankole Thompson talks student activism with Rev ...
    Bankole Thompson and Rev. Jesse Jackson discuss student activism through the years and how it has impacted the civil rights movement.

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    Bankole Thompson is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Authors, Black Heritage, Christian, Culture, Diversity & Inclusion, Family & Parenting, Journalism, Lifestyle, Literary.
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Bankole Thompson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Bankole Thompson for your event is available upon request. Bankole Thompson generally travels from and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Shawn Harper, Elia Hernandez-Moreno, Todd Bridges, David Sirota and Nona Jones. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Bankole Thompson for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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