Updated Jan. 21, 2008 -- BET News profiles the man on a mission to become the first Black man in the White House: Presidential Hopeful Senator Barack Obama. Tune in to "WHAT'S IN IT FOR US? BARACK OBAMA AND THE BLACK VOTE," re-airing Monday at 10 p.m. (ET/PT).
A revealing half-hour sit-down interview provides a rare glimpse into the Illinois Senator's life, his family, and his political aspirations as he embarks on an impressive quest to change the complexion of politics forever.
Obama, who made history by winning the Iowa caucuses, is praised as both a political rock-star and a refreshing voice in the democratic party. Beyond the media hype and hysteria, what will Obama's candidacy mean for African Americans? His campaign dubs him as the Pro-change President, but how would life for Black America change for the better should Obama win in 2008 ? Obama's future will hinge, in part, on how much Black support he receives. What's in it for us? BET’s Jeff Johnson gets up close an personal with a side of Barack Obama few have ever seen.
Catch the encore of "What's in It for Us? Barack Obama and the Black Vote" Monday at 10 p.m. (ET/PT).