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Meet the first woman and first African-American Librarian of Congress

April 6, 2019

Soledad O’Brien chats with Librarian of Congress, Carla Hayden. She’s the first woman and first African-American to hold the position. Hayden opens up about making history and what it means for future generations. 

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