DeRay Mckesson was raised in Baltimore by parents who struggled with addiction. Now thirty, he’s a prominent member of the Black Lives Matter movement—and, as of this month, he’s running for mayor of Baltimore. He talks to The New Yorker’s David Remnick about the transformations in his own life, and how he’s taking protest to the political stage.

Great interview @NPR. I've really been interested in the transition of #BlackLivesMatter into electoral politics. This interview made me appreciate @deray ability to communicate clear strategies and actionable suggestions for #education & public safety. Really excited for #Baltimore