A defiant president Trump rallied in Phoenix, Arizona as though he was running for president once again. Outside the convention center, thousands of activists gathered to say no to Trump’s embrace of white supremacy and the possibility that he may pardon former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio. On today’s show we’ll go to Phoenix to … Continued
On today’s show, we cover the preparation that’s taking place in anticipation of the so-called Freedom Rally, organized by the right-wing group Patriot Prayer. The rally (which has a National Parks Service permit), is scheduled to take place at Crissy Field in San Francisco this Saturday. We speak with the San Francisco Police Department about how … Continued
Tariq Ramadan: As Muslims Condemn Spain Attack, Americans Must Denounce U.S. Killings in Syria, Iraq; Trapped in Raqqa: Amnesty Says Civilians Caught in “Deadly Labyrinth” As U.S. Intensifies Airstrikes; Pakistani Journalist: Why Is Trump Pushing For Failed Military Solution Instead of Diplomacy?.
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Candice Antique and Hodari Davis discuss the roots of the Nappy Tour, that focuses on affirming natural black beauty, and highlighting the experience of Africans who have been extracted from “home” and “replanted” in the diaspora. The music and art created throughout the tour will highlight African and African American influences and will be performed … Continued
In relation to the radical political groupings of his time, the British Marxist T.A. Jackson occupied the position of an outsider. So asserts Philip Bounds, who finds Jackson’s inability to conform not only refreshing but of immense value to the revolutionary project. Bounds also discusses Jackson’s understanding of the political views of Dickens and Shakespeare. … Continued
It is vital to confront racism, fascism, white supremacy: but how? With what weapons? If they come looking for a fight, do we give it to them? Or is there another way? PLUS: a tribute to Hate Man. With host Kris Welch.
Today we have a conversation on the legal history of free speech including that of hate speech with guest Thomas Healy, professor of law at Seton Hall University. He specializes on issues around freedom of speech. He is the author of the book The Great Dissent: How Oliver Wendell Holmes Changed His Mind – and Changed … Continued
Donald Trump contradicts years of his criticisms of the US military operations in Afghanistan by unveiling his plan to escalate the longest war. On today’s show we’ll turn to independent journalist Emran Feroz to understand what exactly Trump is promising to do. Then, David Dayen joins us to explain why Trump’s Justice Department has ended … Continued
On today’s show, Philip Maldari moderates a debate on The California Values Act SB 54, a bill that would make California a sanctuary state. Arguing for the bill is immigration attorney Saira Hussain and arguing against it is California State Sheriffs’ Association representative Cory Salzillo. Then, Brian Edwards-Tiekert breaks down the controversy surrounding the pro-Trump … Continued
Guest: George Johnson of the NY Times; and Unrecognized female astronomer Henrietta Leavitt. Hosted by Dr. Michio Kaku.
