Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Governor Gavin Newsom says schools could open by July. Democrats and unions urge economic relief for state’s and local governments. Senator Bernie Sanders urges economic relief be extended to undocumented. Arguments made to unseal legal ruling denying … Continued


Hard Knock Radio

Mask For The People

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We speak with long time organizer Rob “Biko” Baker about the 2020 Presidential Election and Sen. Bernie Sanders suspending his campaign. Later we speak with Pastor Mike McBride about the campaign, Masks For The People. The campaign, a joint project of LIVE FREE and Black Church Action Fund, seeks to secure free masks, sanitizers and testing kits to communities who … Continued


The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays

The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays – March 17, 2020

White House announces $1 trillion stimulus package to prop up coronavirus battered US economy. European Union officials announce the bloc will close off its borders to foreign travel to try and halt coronavirus spread. Election results in Illinois, Florida and Arizona boost Joe Biden campaign and further close door on Bernie Sanders’ campaign.  


President Donald Trump doubles down on his travel ban from Europe to stop coronavirus spread. Democrats and Republicans at odds over coronavirus relief bill. Democratic Presidential hopefuls Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders issue coronavirus response plans. Governor Gavin Newsom on state’s coronavirus response, ends events of 250 people or more. Housing rights advocates urge Oakland … Continued


Talkies

Talkies – March 12, 2020

Census forms start arriving in the mail March 12. The information gathered helps determine the allocation of federal funds for schools, roads, hospitals and other important local services. It also determines how congressional representation is divvied up. Ditas Katague, Director of California Count, joins guest host Max Pringle to talk about all things Census 2020. … Continued


World Health Organization declares coronavirus a pandemic. U.S. health officials warn coronavirus outbreaks will spread and worsen. San Francisco bans large gatherings of more than 1,000 people, schools to stay open. Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden wins big in Michigan primary. Democratic Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders will stay in the race. President Donald Trump bans … Continued