Ron Dellums was first elected to Congress in 1971, shortly before the Marine veteran launched a Vietnam War crimes investigation. Later, Dellums was singularly responsible for legal sanctions against South Africa. The Real News Network is joined by Truthdig Editor in Chief Robert Scheer to reflect on Dellums’ legacy.

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