African-American Television Writers: Breaking Barriers & Creating History
Comic Genius: Aaron McGruder
Aaron McGruder took “The Boondocks” from a being a controversial comic strip to being a hugely successful animated series, ruffling feathers and causing an Uncle Ruckus along the way. As the writer of “The Boondocks” show on Adult Swim, McGruder uses his platform to stir discussions about issues ranging from immigration to the popularity of Tyler Perry.