On August 29, 1962, Mal Goode made history by becoming the first African American television news commentator. He began working with ABC, where he contributed as a correspondent for the network’s evening news. Goode’s groundbreaking achievement opened doors for other African American journalists in the media industry, helping to break down racial barriers in broadcasting. His work was a significant step forward in diversifying the representation of African Americans in the news media.
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