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Day 2 of former cop’s murder trial for killing George Floyd; California lawmakers propose public banking system – March 30, 2021

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Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Day 2 of former white cop, Derek Chauvin’s murder trial for killing black man George Floyd. International leaders call for coordinated pandemic response. World Health Organization releases report of coronavirus origins, urges more studies. California lawmakers propose … Continued

Hard Knock Radio

Derek Chauvin on Trial for the Death of George Floyd and Georgian’s Challenges Over New Voting Law

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On the ground reporter, Georgia Fort provides important updates to Derek Chauvin trial in Minneapolis. Later we speak with long time journalist George Chidi about voter suppression in Georgia. Recorded on 03/30/21 Georgia Fort is a two-time Emmy nominated journalist. Her reporting has been published on CNN, ABC, NBC, Fox and CBS affiliates. Her mission as … Continued

UpFront

CA Supreme Court issues historic ruling its unconstitutional to detain people who cannot afford bail; Plus: How will Oakland spend its federal stimulus funding? And, author Johann Hari on the roots of the US War on Drugs

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0:08 – CA Supreme Court rules it unconstitutional to detain people who cannot afford bail Mano Raju (@ManoRajuPD) is the San Francisco Public Defender. Raj Jayadev is coordinator of Silicon Valley De-Bug, a community organizing, advocacy, and a multimedia storytelling organization based out of San José. 0:34 – How will Oakland spend its stimulus funding? … Continued