The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays

President Joe Biden urges Senate to pass voting rights legislation, stalled by Republicans; On 20th anniversary of Guantanamo Bay-human rights advocates and 9-11 victims families call for its closure

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. President Joe Biden urges Senate to pass voting rights legislation, stalled by Republicans. January 6th panel subpoena’s Donald Trump’s speech writer and strategists. W.H.O. warns Europe will peak with Omicron infections as it hits CDC Director warns … Continued


On today’s show: 0:08 – Nicolai N. Petro, professor of political science at the University of Rhode Island joins us to discuss the Ukraine border crisis. 0:33 – Emily Hoeven (@emily_hoeven), Newsletter Editor for CalMatters joins us to discuss Gov. Newsom’s proposed state budget. 0:45 – California State Assemblymember Ash Kalra (@Ash_Kalra), representing the 27th Assembly … Continued