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.

Officer Clemmons Reflects on Lessons Learned from Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood

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Officer Clemmons Reflects on Lessons Learned from Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood

Officer Clemmons Reflects on Lessons Learned from Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood