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
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. 100,000’s march in Scotland at COP26 climate talks, blast fossil fuel industry influence at discussions. The Biden administration welcomes bipartisan infrastructure bill and begins campaign blitz for it and Build Back Better. U.S. lifts COVID-19 era travel … Continued
Vanessa Veselka discusses her novels “Zazen” and “The Great Offshore Grounds” and her work as a health workers union organizer during the Covid era in this interview with host Richard Wolinsky.
A weekly magazine-style radio show featuring the voices and stories of Asians and Pacific Islanders from all corners of our community. The show is produced by a collective of media makers, deejays, and activists. A vintage episode: Powerleegirl Hosts Miko Lee and Jalena Keane-Lee as they cover how all education is political. As 45 … Continued
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. New Jersey Democrat Phil Murphy wins governor’s seat in tight and closely watched race. House Democrats pledge a vote on Build Back Better and bipartisan infrastructure bills by Friday. More than 40 countries pledge to phase out … Continued
Comic thriller writer Carl Hiaasen discusses his latest novel, “Squeeze Me,” and a 1990 interview with the late mystery author P.D. James (1920-2014). Plus a review of “The Great Khan” at San Francisco Playhouse. Hosted by Richard Wolinsky.
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. World leaders and activists gather for COP26 climate talks, indigenous leaders call for seat at the table. West Virginia Democrat Joe Manchin rebuff’s Build Back Better Act, demands vote on bipartisan infrastructure first. Supreme Court hears challenge … Continued
Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award winner Richard Powers returns to talk about his latest novel, “Bewilderment,” and about his life during the pandemic. Then playwright Michael Gene Sullivan discusses his latest work, “The Great Khan,” now playing at San Francisco Playhouse, along with his long association with the legendary San Francisco Mime Troupe. Weekly Theater Review: “Jesus Christ Superstar,” the 50th Anniversary Revival Tour, now at the Golden Gate Theater. Hosted by Richard Wolinsky.
Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Paid leave and a billionaire’s tax get axed from President Joe Biden’s Build Back Better social and climate spending plan. California “ready” to roll out vaccines for 5-11 year olds, Governor Gavin Newsom receives booster vaccine in … Continued
