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Parenting Series, Part 5: Positive Parenting

We wrap up our week-long series with a look at positive parenting. NPR's Tavis Smiley is joined by Phillip Jackson, executive director of the Black Star Project, an umbrella organization for several parenting and education focused groups. He also speaks with Africa Porter, president of the South Suburban Illinois Chapter of 100 Concerned Mothers.

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