Are mass protests and elections enough to block the slide toward authoritarianism? Labor scholar and organizer Eric Blanc argues that neither will suffice without exerting leverage on the key pillars of Trump’s support. He discusses how a multi-level campaign against the corporations and other entities that back the administration could be organized, as well as … Continued


While the Supreme Court considers restricting abortion pills, feminists in the Global South have shown the way forward for safe abortions outside of the law. Sociologist Naomi Braine has documented the efforts of networks and collectives of activists, some formed in the struggles against dictatorship in Latin America, who provide information, pills, and support in … Continued


Hard Knock Radio

Abortion Rights

An early draft of a coming Supreme Court decision, leaked to the public on Monday, suggests that a majority of the justices will overturn Roe v. Wade, the landmark decision of 50 years ago that established a constitutional right to abortion. Davey D speaks with Layidua Salazar and Professor Zakiya Luna about the abortion rights … Continued


The Pacifica Evening News, Weekdays

Voters put a Republican in Virginia’s Governor seat, Democrat in New Jersey’s Governor seat; Supreme Court hears challenge to New York gun ban, appears poised to repeal it; U.S. health officials announce approval of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for 5-11 year olds

Comprehensive coverage of the day’s news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Voters put a Republican in Virginia’s Governor seat, Democrat in New Jersey’s Governor seat. Democrats put paid leave back into the Build Back Better Act, along with immigration reform. Supreme Court hears challenge to New York gun … Continued


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