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Against the Grain

Richard Wright’s Radicalism

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Richard Wright, best known for his books “Native Son” and “Black Boy,” was a crucial figure in the Black radical and anticapitalist traditions. So asserts Joseph Ramsey, who has written widely on Wright’s life, literary production, and political commitments. Ramsey also elaborates Wright’s views toward Black nationalism, views that Ramsey contends should be heeded by … Continued

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“My dreams were ripped apart by ICE”: Caught in the “double punishment” of ICE transfers

    California has a complicated relationship to immigration policy. In theory, this is a sanctuary state. The law blocks most collaboration between local law enforcement and immigration agents. But in the first five months of 2020, California has transferred nearly 600 people from its jails and prisons to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This … Continued

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Craneway Craft Fair 2023: Annual KPFA Holiday Benefit

The 2023 Holiday Craneway Craft Fair and Annual KPFA Holiday Benefit will take place November 25th and 26th! Explore high-quality, handmade goods from your favorite California artists and craftspeople at the beautiful Craneway Pavilion on Richmond’s historic waterfront.   Visitors wishing to make a contribution to KPFA can do so directly at their booth at … Continued

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California’s slice of the Build Back Better pie; The story of a man released from prison only to face deportation; Can California accelerate the timeline for climate action?; Plus Mark Bittman on his latest book Animal, Vegetable, Junk

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On today’s show: 0:08 – Dan Walters (@DanCALmatters), political columnist for CalMatters joins us to discuss California’s piece of the bipartisan infrastructure bill that the US senate approved last week. 0:19 – In theory, California is a Sanctuary state. But in the first five months of 2020, California transferred nearly 600 people from its jails … Continued