Americas Back 40

America’s Back 40 – April 5, 2009 at 1:00pm

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The Morning Show asks Congresswoman Maxine Waters about Obama's plans to regulate the economy. Followed by a conversation on the possible connection between political rhetoric and hate crimes. In the second hour a South Bay Group Boycotts KTVU, channel 2. Wrapping up the program Michael Pollen, author of “In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto” … Continued


Americas Back 40

America’s Back 40 – March 22, 2009 at 1:00pm

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Paul Gilroy, the influential scholar on the politics of race and racism, discusses the prospects for a robust multiculturalism in a former imperial power like Britain. He also talks about the meaning and significance of Bob Marley's politics and music.