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"60 Minutes" correspondent John Dickerson says the American presidency has become overburdened with duties since George Washington first took the oath of office. In “The Hardest Job in The World: The American Presidency,” Dickerson writes, “the American presidency is in trouble. It is overburdened, misunderstood, an almost impossible job to do.” He joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss the need to fix the presidency and how we choose the inhabitant of the office. He says successful presidents know how to delegate and build strong teams to achieve their goals. Plus, Dickerson shares how television changed expectations of presidents.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Even before the coronavirus crisis, former CIA acting director Michael Morell says the U.S. and China were trending toward a Cold War based on competition over technologies for the future and influence over the rest of the world. Morell, who also hosts the "Intelligence Matters" podcast, joins "Face the Nation" moderator and CBS News senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan to discuss how the blame game between the two nations over the pandemic has exacerbated the tension. They discuss where the bilateral relationship is heading, what the current environment of mistrust means for a trade deal and the race for a COVID-19 vaccine. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Best-selling author Brit Bennett is following the success of her critically-acclaimed debut, "The Mothers," with a "The Vanishing Half," a novel exploring the American history of racial passing. She joins CBS News' Errol Barnett to discuss how the story, which opens in 1968, is particularly timely today. Bennett also shares her reaction to J.K. Rowling's controversial statements on transgender women and how the trending #PublishingPaidMe has uncovered inequities within the publishing industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Activists have been calling for the dismantling of police for years, but it has gained traction since the killing of George Floyd. Many people of color don't feel protected by the police and believe Americans can survive without law enforcement as we know it. Phillip Atiba Goff, co-founder and CEO of the Center for Policing Equity, joins CBS News' Jeff Pegues to discuss what it would mean to defund the police and where the funds could be reallocated. Plus, Goff explains why the issue goes beyond policing and that this moment of protest should serve as an opportunity to rethink what it means to have safe communities and to reinvest in the communities that have been long abandoned.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Esther Smith, who stars in the new Apple TV+ series, "Trying," joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss the show's use of humor to address the ups and downs of navigating infertility and adoption. Smith plays one half of a London couple who turns to adoption after struggling to conceive. She explains how comedy can illuminate difficult subjects and why she thinks audiences are drawn to the show, which has already been renewed for a second season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mellody Hobson, president and co-CEO of Ariel Investments, joins co-host Tony Dokoupil to discuss how corporations can go beyond social media posts condemning racism and address the systemic inequality within their organizations. Hobson, who has been pushing for diversity and change in corporate America for years, explains the importance of remaining color brave instead of color blind. She also explains why simply working toward diversity is not good enough, and shares steps companies can take to make this vision a reality. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the eve of the 76th anniversary of D-Day, Robert Citino, historian at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans, joins "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason to discuss lessons gleaned from history as thousands of people take to the streets to protest police brutality and systemic racism amid the global coronavirus pandemic. Citino says Americans have the ability to come together in difficult and trying times, despite the nation's rugged individualism.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As protests continue across the country in the wake of the police killing of George Floyd last week in Minneapolis, "CBS This Morning Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller speaks with authors and educators Ibram X. Kendi and Tim Wise about the calls for justice and an end to police brutality. They discuss the history that led to this point, the white privilege that has delayed progress and how protesters can inspire real change. They also explain what a reformed policing system could look like and offer suggestions for people who want to help the movement but don't know where to begin. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Francois Clemmons made history as one of the first African American actors to have a recurring role on a children's television program when he was cast as "Officer Clemmons" on "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood." Clemmons joins CBS News' Jamie Wax to discuss his new book "Officer Clemmons: A Memoir" and the lessons he learned from Fred Rogers. Plus, Clemmons shares how racism and homophobia have impacted his life.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Award-winning director Ava DuVernay spoke with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King about her new initiative - Array 101. It will offer free learning companions for students to accompany TV and film productions. The first one is for her mini-series, "When They See Us," released almost one year ago. It documents the wrongful conviction of the Exonerated Five. DuVernay also discusses the impact of the coronavirus on Hollywood.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May is Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month, a time to reflect on how these communities have shaped the history of the U.S. while also examining the struggles and discrimination they have faced in America. Author Celeste Ng joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss her best-seller turned Hulu series "Little Fires Everywhere,” as well as her journey as a writer and her efforts to bring more diversity to the publishing industry. “One of the things we need to do is to create a space where that writing about being 'other' and different experiences is valued and people can advocate for that kind of work," Ng said, adding, "But we also need people to open the gates for those stories and to champion them and bring them out." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May is Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month, a time to reflect on how these communities have shaped the history of the U.S. while also examining the struggles and discrimination they have faced in America. Actor John Cho of the "Harold & Kumar" and "Star Trek" films, joins CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang to discuss an oped he penned for the Los Angeles Times, "Coronavirus reminds Asian Americans like me that our belonging is conditional." He shares why he decided to write the column and what he hopes people learn about the discrimination faced by Asian Americans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

May is Asian and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month, a time to reflect on how these communities have shaped the history of the U.S. while also examining the struggles and discrimination they have faced in America. Erika Lee, one of the nation’s leading immigration and Asian American historians, as well as a professor of American history at the University of Minnesota, joins CBS News Asia correspondent Ramy Inocencio to discuss the concept of "Asian America" and the pivotal moments and essential lessons in history. Lee is also extensively featured in the five-part PBS docuseries "Asian Americans," which debuted this month.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

André Leon Talley, contributing editor and formerly creative director at "Vogue," discusses his new memoir "The Chiffon Trenches" with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King. Talley tells King about the sexual abuse he experienced growing up and the lessons his grandmother taught him. He also shares what he learned working for Diana Vreeland and Anna Wintour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot marks one year in office, she discussed the toll the coronavirus pandemic has taken on the city with "CBS This Morning" national correspondent Jericka Duncan. Mayor Lightfoot shares how the city is addressing the virus' disproportionate affect on minority communities and what reopening this summer may look like. In addition to combatting the virus, Lightfoot discusses fighting the pandemic of gun violence in the city.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The former mayor of New Orleans, Marc Morial, discusses his new book "The Gumbo Coalition: 10 Leadership Lessons That Help You Inspire, Unite, and Achieve." Morial, now president of the National Urban League, tells "CBS This Morning" national correspondent Jericka Duncan how certain moments in his life shaped his outlook on leadership. He also explains what leaders can provide in times of crisis, like the current coronavirus pandemic. And he comments on the murder of Ahmaud Arbery. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Psychiatrist and CBS News Mental Health Contributor Dr. Sue Varma talks about why frontline workers are at risk for developing mental health challenges in the fight against the coronavirus and how stigma keeping many from getting help. Speaking with David Begnaud, lead national correspondent for “CBS This Morning,” Dr. Varma discusses the fear many frontline workers are experiencing. She says that our inability to be physically close to one another and not being able to hug each other has a negative psychological effect. Dr. Varma offers solutions for being emotionally close to people and explains how giving back can boost your mood.If you or someone you know is seeking mental health resources, you can call the National Alliance on Mental Illness helpline at 1- 800- 950- NAMI (6264). Or, in a crisis, text NAMI to 741-741.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The coronavirus pandemic has ushered in a new normal for many employees now working from home. Others have lost their jobs as the national unemployment rate has soared to its highest level since the Great Depression. LinkedIn editor-in-chief Dan Roth joins CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger to discuss the future of work and offers advice to college graduates in these uncertain times. This conversation is part of CBS This Morning's "Work in Progress" series with the professional networking site exploring the future of jobs and issues facing the American workforce.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Just weeks after the coronavirus forced businesses and public spaces across the U.S. to close, more than half of the states have begun the reopening process in hopes of offsetting economic turmoil. Meanwhile, public health officials warn of a resurgence of the virus if social distancing measures are ended too quickly. Dr. Tom Inglesby, director of Center for Health Security of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, is a leader in the field of public health preparedness and pandemics. He joins CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook to discuss what it will take to reopen our country, what precautions will be necessary, the risks of a second wave, and lessons from other countries.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Latinos represent more than 27% of COVID-19 deaths in the nation's hotspots, although they account for 18% of the population. UCLA's Dr. David E. Hayes-Bautista, director of the Center for the Study of Latino Health and Culture, joins CBS News contributor Maria Elena Salinas to discuss why the community is at high risk of contracting the virus. According to Dr. Hayes-Bautista, the problems are not genetic but structural. A lack of access to health care and health insurance, employment as essential workers and a shortage of Latino physicians have made Hispanics vulnerable to the coronavirus.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.