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American journalist (–)

Leanita McClain (–) was an American journalist and commentator, best known for her observations of race and politics in Chicago and the U.S.

in the early s. Her writings in the Chicago Tribune and in opinion pieces published in Newsweek gave broad exposure to her thoughts on race and class in the United States. Her work addressed both local topics, such as the election of Harold Washington as mayor in , as well as topics of more national interest, including the challenges facing the growing black middle class.

Life and career

McClain was born in Chicago in , and grew up in the Ida B. Wells housing projects. She graduated from Chicago State University and the Medill School of Journalism. Upon graduating, McClain joined the staff of the Chicago Tribune in and the editorial board in In fact, M