The struggle for labor across the color line has often been credited to white activists. However, as sociologist Cedric de Leon argues, the black labor movement, independently organized outside of the official union movement, propelled such efforts. He discusses the black labor movement’s divisions, including in the face of the state’s attempt to destroy it. … Continued
On todays show, we head to the city of San Francisco to hear court testimony alleging President Biden of complicity in Palestinian genocide. Later we take a look at the life and legacy of Bayard Rustin, one of the most central figures in the African American struggle for civil rights and freedom. He was known … Continued
We dig in the Hard Knock vault to undercover past conversations with historian Jelani Cobb and Steve Martinot. Later we present a rare recording of civil rights leader Bayard Rustin speaking at a New York Community Church on September 25, 1963. Bayard Rustin discusses organizing after the march and nonviolent action. Jelani Cobb is … Continued
We speak with local activists about the Oakland City Council on Tuesday approving terms for the Oakland A’s Howard Terminal ballpark. Later we present a rare recording of civil rights leader Bayard Rustin speaking at a New York Community Church on September 25, 1963. Bayard Rustin discusses organizing after the march and nonviolent action.
