Poet, "The Atlantic" staff writer and New York Times bestselling author Clint Smith is reflecting on a more personal title in his new book: Dad. Smith joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his book "Above Ground" and shares how parenting has changed his perspective on current events.

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