Yusef Salaam, member of Central Park Five, on journey from wrongful conviction to NYC Council race

Yusef Salaam, a member of the "Exonerated Five," was 15 years old when he was wrongfully convicted of rape of a jogger in Central Park in New York City in 1989. Salaam joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his first run for office as he is on track to join the New York City Council.
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[@mizzb101]

Thank you for not letting tragedy break you. Thank you for your positivity. Thank you for standing up for and showing the world how wrong stereotypes can be. God bless you❤

[@letebrhanambaye2155]

We Love you so much you're the best and you are a very

[@DutchDread]

What? The tragedy of him getting caught for raping and murdering a woman? Or the tragedy of him being wrongfully released?

[@WokeandProud]

​@@DutchDreadNo he was wrongfully convicted and the evidence was lacking cope racist.

[@SoberOKMoments]

This man, and the other members of the Exonerated Five, had a spiritual impact on me at the time when they were sent to prison. The story is far too lengthy to tell here, but I knew looking at them on TV, in that courtroom, they were not only innocent, but they were just children. I was a 40-something white woman with no connection to them what-so-ever, but that brief momentary view change my heart forever. To see him now as a mature and caring man working to right the wrongs of society is beyond wonderful. He remained always - and remains - in my prayers.

[@britashli]

Beautiful statement!!!👏🏾👏🏾

[@trurush]

Ma’am 💕 I was a 14yr old white girland had the same experience. Thank you for putting it in words. It profoundly affected me over these years and is in large part what brought me to activism. I watched a documentary a few years back about these men and just cried and prayed over them.

[@bonitaboyd1766]

Well said, thank you!

[@Cradleland7425]

@trurush9704 You always say so but deep down inside,you mean the opposite.

[@qur4334]

​@@trurushTHANK YOU FOR BEING AN ACTIVIST. ❤,💪🙏

[@mykchek7]

Beautiful Spirit, Intelligent Gentlemen and we need more brothers in the fight for our spiritual war like him. Good Luck Sir!

[@kellyebeaman5131]

What a joy to hear him speak. Congratulations and blessings! So happy for him and all that he hopes to accomplish.

[@DutchDread]

This guy raped and assaulted an innocent woman, NEVER let people forget this, he was not wrongfully imprisoned, he was wrongfully released, I advise everyone to research this case! This is a disgrace to the victim and her family.

[@keishajpmes1103]

God really has prepared his table in front of his enemies. Do good work Mr. salaam

[@EvelynRodriguez-uu9jj]

God is beautiful the truth always prevails God bless Salaam.

[@janicescott-pair97]

God bless him and his humility. 😊😊😊😊

[@trurush]

😩💕 wonderful! It’s so healing to watch all this change and heal over the years. I was sick watching what happened to these kids originally..

[@bodaciousandunapologetic6209]

If he wins, he will represent my district and he will be my Councilman 🙂.

[@DutchDread]

I am so sorry for you

[@Beverlydame]

Love him! So happy to see him do what he was born to do! ❤️🙏🏻✌🏻

[@DutchDread]

What, rape innocent women?

[@sharondurkee9770]

Everything happens "for you"....profoundly amazing sentiment🙏🏻

[@1Solange]

Wow, I’m truly inspired by this gentleman’s choice. May God bless him I’m this journey!

[@busterbiloxi3833]

He got a big payout for committing crime in Central Park. Anybody would be happy with five million bucks.

[@alamedealamede8471]

​@@busterbiloxi3833trumptard

[@cosandraodame7623]

Wow what an amazing speaker he's better than most of the people on television. To be sent to prison at age fifteen, and then to come out and shining amazing.

[@gloriouslygifted]

This gentleman has a courageous, beautiful spirit. May God continue to bless him.

[@daffodilstang5292]

Well said Yusef abt growing up to see others as your father bro etc etc. What a respectable n humble man!! May GOD continue to bless n protect you n your family n all the other 4 who were wrongly convicted, from all the evils out there🙏🙏🙏✝️✝️✝️👍

[@sonyahall5080]

What a pleasure to hear Mr. Salaam speak..

[@britashli]

So happy for this brother! May he continue to prosper…as they all should

[@beau4901]

This is a profile of personal strength, natural intelligence and dignity. All things the conman knows little about.

[@russell-gt1dy]

How gullible are you

[@roots4140]

Thank God this man is willing to serve the country that tried so hard to rob him of his life. It didn't win. I'm so grateful for his voice.

[@DutchDread]

This guy raped and murdered an innocent woman, NEVER let people forget this, he was not wrongfully imprisoned, he was wrongfully released, I advise everyone to research this case! This is a disgrace to the victim and her family.

[@mzlee333]

@@DutchDreadLOUD,WRONG, and SICK. Talk to the man who did it and then murdered his last victim. POur something on that hate in your heart.

[@jeangriffith8017]

Mr. Salaam is a credit to his race and an inspiration to humanity. We wish him well in this new endeavor wherever it may lead. He has taken this 2 by 4 that struck him in his teenage years and is building a mighty house for all to see. God bless you Yusef Salaam! If our paths in life cross, I will shake your hand.

[@kwhyland]

Pretty sure races don’t require accreditation.

[@busterbiloxi3833]

He knew how to handle a two-by-four, that’s for sure.

[@nw504]

He is a credit to the human race.

[@geetachilds1200]

@@nw504especially our race the black race as we are perceived here is US as inferior uneducated and were Great

[@geetachilds1200]

@@kwhylandhere in the US the race does

[@camronwu]

Beautiful uplifting interview

[@ajohonly3721]

Nelson Mandela did 28 years in jail and came back strong 💪 ,this guy got this 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@bellejones8565]

I’m so inspired by this man.

[@jessamynbryce7958]

You have always been an intelligent, considerate and gentle spirit. Your LAG family is keeping you lifted up in prayer! Keep being you and spreading your message! "EVERY SINGLE THING THAT HAPPENS TO YOU, HAPPENS FOR YOU! YES MY BROTHER, YES!!

[@duncanbleak3819]

Courage. Integrity. Dignity.

[@reaperw1532]

That’s sad this pathetic court system is in this country, no such thing as justice.

[@busterbiloxi3833]

The Central Park jogger agrees. Where’s her payout?

[@VidClips858]

Remember that idiot who was calling for the death penalty in this case? I wonder if he'll now become a better person in prison.

[@swissmiss-rj4pq]

😂

[@supermanval]

Trump won't

[@PATMCKEON007]

Congratulations Yusef 🏆 This is such a Well Deserved Position for you🏆 How do we help NYC Heal from the last 24 months of Violence ??

[@lindaHalt1916]

Thank God for strong men like Mr. Yusef Salaam🙏🏾🙌🏾👊🏾👍🏾💐

[@harrybarry5224]

His last name, Salaam, means peace in Arabic. This man definitely fits the name he carries.

[@thefungusshow2535]

Salaam means "lead pipe" in Central Park.

[@montraedavis2201]

After all he's been thru to still have a positive attitude and to persevere, says a lot about him. The system is so unfair. I'm glad he has this opportunity! Hope he'll keep going as mayor or governor! To be wrongfully accused of anything has to be painful. To all those who still want to accuse these innocent men. Karma will serve you. Congratulations sir👏👏

[@marryellenmonahan5585]

He is so fabulous!!

[@Nas_Raf]

👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽- so deserving! You live up to your name, and may you continue you to! 🤲🏽 I always tell students, “if you don’t like the system or want to change it, then join it!”

[@terihibbert2248]

What a humble human being. He's a real model for all humanity.

[@marknicholas-mw9rs]

I believe you will make a difference When you advance to the Federal level I will support you in any way I can

[@sparkle3000]

Congratulations Mr. Salaam 👏 👏 👏 I met you and Korey. What wonderful men your parents raised despite the injustice you faced. God truly does work in mysterious ways. Universal Law always win. That law is Karma. Karma is real! What goes around comes back around.

[@bing_cct8984]

Qualified 🙌🏼

[@keishafromscratch]

Hearing just the intro just gave me life!

[@michaelmcginsie2600]

Sometimes in life you go through horrible things, and because of that, your off and running. Start here….then run for congress. You are an amazing human being.

[@florawoodfin5447]

May God bless and keep him.

[@LICIOUS0777]

AMEN 🙏🏾

[@familylifetoo9541]

Yes he seems so level headed and generous and kind. I pray he can make a great impact on society.

[@HuffrsZoe]

so happy for him!!!

[@YolandaSmith-zs1rl]

He is such an inspiration. Satan thought prison would break him but it built him . I am in amazement that you standing as a strong man while others who suffer from the demonic animalistic treatment succumb to it . I have nothing but respect for you. I am thankful that your a fighter and a warrior for the cause. May god walk with you; guide you and protect you. Avenging angel

[@LisaFerguson-jv7ew]

Amen this is so true. This remiibds me of Nelson Mandela case.

[@seanfelder3977]

I am glad he’s our new leader in Harlem nyc. We need new blood and energy

[@busterbiloxi3833]

Is Central Park part of his district?

[@mariekirchberg1019]

Wow! I’m so impressed.

[@Rafael-oi6dj]

I've heard all the time about wrong convictions, but five in one is unique in history

[@mccummingslatasha]

This is what you call a champion. You one sir.. keep moving forward. God bless you

[@qur4334]

🇺🇸 CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU MR SALAAM. YOU REPRESENT ALL OF OUR 😊 BEAUTIFUL, INTELLIGENT, HANDSOME, OPTIMISTIC & RESILIENT YOUNG BROTHERS.. 💪🙏❤️

[@latreasemurray8125]

May God continue to bless this man!

[@letstalktotorri]

#CONGRATULATIONS-ON A SIMILAR JOURNEY AS MANDELA #WISHING YOU MUCH SUCCESS ❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

[@angelniquewashington2721]

This is AWESOME!!!!

[@HISBestLifeCoach]

He is what this country needs as it corrodes from the inside out!

[@rhondarockhound622]

Yusef, I wish you were running for president! Maybe someday? My dad use to say you have to be a liar to be a politician. Don’t ever change-Stay honest.

[@cuthrell]

You know what's crazy, people are still going to hate smh 🤦‍♂️

[@reneemiles1771]

It's good to see our young brothers show up and show out.

[@CoCoFantastique]

An amazing man

[@thirdeyenation9849]

What an Amazing and Intelligent young man. Bless you.

[@MISSLOVELY_REE]

😢 cory had it the worst bruh I'm praying for mr corey wise he got sexually abused for years I'm glad this amazing brother is running for mayor he deserves it afetr everything the exonerated 5 has been threw

[@sabrinacrayton4679]

Everything that happens to you, Happens for you! Yusef Salaam Very Deep and true. God bless you 🙏

[@Booklook111]

I hope everyone, especially our youth, see this video. This man is truly a hero in my eyes.

[@laylaali5977]

Inspiring man

[@theresabell2492]

It was time for change. it was time for new leadership all ❤the old leaders needed to go. Congrats to this young man.

[@louismenn5579]

Listen to how an intelligent man , can express himself, and listen to so called former president Trump speaks, you decide. God bless you my brother.

[@jermainerobinson9132]

You hit that one on the nail...

[@perspicaciouscritic]

Thank you, @CBSMornings, for using the term The Exonerated Five - yes! Central Park Five has a lot of negative connotations and implies guilt.

[@thisisfrusfratingyo]

Please rim for 2024 vs Trump. Joe might not win. But you my friend, have my vote. You have patience, tolerance, bigger goal, you are humanity. Life brought you to this moment. Make it so. The world is not perfect, but with my "Asian" support and your drive, we can make it so. Please run for President 2024. We all human with same hopes and dreams.

[@justinmitchell8343]

A brother of Phi Beta Sigma!!

[@joycemansfield1108]

THIS IS KARMA!

[@nikkilove6128]

God bless him🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@aliciapitterson2010]

Great interview

[@kadlacdixon-thedrawmylifep3293]

I have been fighting for my who is wrongfully convicted for the last 21 years, so when they were being released from their wrongful convictions, 2002, my husband was just starting his… #freemarchello

[@ackosobig]

Mr salaam we NEED HIM ON THE BREAKFAST CLUB ASAP WHO AGREES 👍???

[@humairamurtaza9311]

What a great man may Allah bless you ❤️

[@marjoriereyes3254]

People like this need to serve

[@PromessaBrooks]

He looks great!❤

[@LICIOUS0777]

May God continue to bless and keep him… 🙏🏾

[@mahogany869]

He is the kind of Black leader we need in this country.

[@aminadagane9456]

Oh so happy for you mr salam!😊

[@cheetopuff99_]

Theyre story will always break my heart and remind me of the evil nature that human beings can harbor in the mind. I'm inspired to see that he's turning this around and contributing to making a difference in our very unjust and cruel society.

[@authorofmyownthoughts4827]

OK but But right NOW SEE and Support the TRUTH allow your spirit to be impacted and shout out for justiceSEE,"The Sound OF Freedom".

[@qur4334]

NO LIES SHALL LIVE FOREVER 😊

[@Monica-lh3lp]

We should put an end to all this racial games of evil.

[@rach24321]

Amazing human being!!

[@Emick1978]

This man will do some great things!

[@keishafromscratch]

I hope he runs for President one day

[@letstalk3980]

African Americans need to look long and hard in the mirror and tell themselves the truth . America is not home . Africa , we have been waiting for you for decades now . We need your brains so we can uplight black lives across the world . Nobody want to be associated with a losing race so it’s up to us to make it proud and prosperous!!!! You belt America once you can build Africa once and for all for future generations ❤!!!!

[@backupschmliff1156]

Just found out about him. He literally admitted to it and said it was fun in the newspaper. How the hell do scumbags like him get to walk free when there are people who are genuinely wrongly convicted?

[@WokeandProud]

You have no evidence of this dismissed.

[@victormuhammad1393]

Most cops have the military combatant mode mindset. Guardian of the community is definitely what they should be

[@tinoestrada6825]

There are some politicians that believe on the old ways and they need to change their thinking because at the end nothing will be left.

[@zapfilms]

You are a hero Yusef Salaam.

[@Blessed2bhere34]

I watched the Netflix movie about these strong men. I can not watch this film again because of the pain and anger I felt for them and all those black and brown ppl locked up innocently. I literately cried for hours watching this and knowing it could happen to me but that it could happen to anyone. Hope he wins in every race he runs! ❤

[@russell-gt1dy]

You should read a detailed account of the trial. Netflix propaganda wayyyyy off

[@azadmajors2098]

Great inspirational guy..

[@alanhudson2999]

Sorry Gayle but tht wig gotta go..it’s too big not working for you sorry 😢

[@samf.s.7731]

They're really all big ... Because I wear them, I know... They're huge

[@billypardew2337]

It's so embarrassing to put this criminal front and center and have him speak his bulshit when everyone knows he should be under the prison

[@politely_instrusive412]

Good

[@LonneLou]

In this America, you will always be judged because of the color of the skin that the almighty put up in. Therefore, some americans are bringing the wrath of God upon themselves as judges.

[@peggyokelly2118]

God is in CONTROL

[@aliciapitterson2010]

That’s Yusuf Salaam,PhD

[@jolyfrye1871]

Leave it 2 Gayle 2 say something silly......🙃

[@tl1533]

What is your point? Are you denying the truth?

[@thessyjewell9316]

Bless you sir.

[@DutchDread]

This guy raped and assaulted an innocent woman, NEVER let people forget this, he was not wrongfully imprisoned, he was wrongfully released, I advise everyone to research this case! This is a disgrace to the victim and her family.

[@Monica-lh3lp]

Always using folks as a scape goat to justify hate and vengeance.