Eldridge Cleaver

Eldridge Cleaver was an influential African American leader and writer, best known as a prominent member of the Black Panther Party in the 1960s. He advocated for black empowerment, civil rights, and fought against racial injustice. Cleaver's work included his writings, notably "Soul on Ice," which expressed his experiences and views on race, society, and activism. His life also involved a turbulent past, including time in prison and later engagement in political and social issues. Overall, he played a significant role in the Black Power movement and the fight for racial equality in America.