Russell Simmons

Russell Simmons

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Russell Simmons is a Chairman for the Foundation for Ethnic Understanding with eight videos in the C-SPAN Video Library; the first appearance was a 2000 Call-In as a Co-Founder for the Def Jam Recordings. The year with the most videos was 2001 with two videos. The year with the highest average number of views per program was 2005 with an average of 7,420 views per program. Most appearances with Al Sharpton Jr. (3), Dick Gregory (2), Kweisi Mfume (2). Most common tags: African Americans, Voters & Registration.

Appearances by Title:c. January 1, 2006 - Present Chairman, Foundation for Ethnic Understanding


Videos: 2 c. August 25, 2000 - Present Co-Founder, Def Jam Recordings


Videos: 5 c. January 26, 2003 - Present Chairman, Hip-Hop Summit Action Network


Videos: 1

Recent Appearances

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    Saturday Book and Author Luncheon

    During the Saturday book and author luncheon, a panel of authors talked about political, cultural and social changes. Mr. Yun…

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    Genocide in Darfur

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  • Millions More Movement, Afternoon

    Millions More Movement, Afternoon

    The Millions More Movement commemorated the 10th anniversary of the Million Man March on the National Mall with speeches and …

  • Youth Voter Registration Drive

    Youth Voter Registration Drive

    Representatives of youth-oriented groups announced their youth voter registration drive, saying they also will encourage youn…

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