History Of Black Cowboys; Getting On The Ballot During Coronavirus

Here & Now takes you to Compton, California, for a chat with author Walter Thompson-Hernández about the Compton Cowboys and their ranch culture. We also talk with cowboy Randy Hook about the history of black cowboys in the U.S. Also, the coronavirus pandemic has disrupted elections across the country. Now, some candidates running for office are encountering another barrier: ballot access. VPM's Roberto Roldan reports. That and more, in hour one of Here & Now's April 30, 2020, full broadcast. You can find more at hereandnow.org — and follow us on Twitter, Instagram or join the conversation on Facebook.