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What the “Stealth Wealth” Obsession Reveals
Social media’s fashion detectives are underscoring the chasm between the one-percenters and everyone else.
“By Any Means Necessary”: Watch Malcolm X’s Speech on Racism & Self-Defense at Audubon Ballroom
Malcolm X was born 98 years ago today, on May 19, 1925, and assassinated at age 39 on February 21, 1965, as he spoke before a packed audience in the Audubon Ballroom in New York City. We end today’s show remembering his life and legacy with an excerpt of a speech Malcolm X gave at the Audubon Ballroom about half a year earlier called “By Any Means Necessary.
Ben Crump, Attorney for Malcolm X’s Family: “We Refuse to Let Anybody Exterminate Black History”
We hear from civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who filed a $100 million wrongful death lawsuit this year on behalf of the family of Malcolm X against the FBI, the CIA, New York City and state, the NYPD and the District Attorney’s Office for concealing evidence of their involvement in Malcolm X’s 1965 assassination.
Malcolm X at 98: Angela Davis on His Enduring Legacy & the “Long Struggle for Liberation”
We dedicate the show to remembering Malcolm X on what would have been his 98th birthday Friday. We begin with an address by world-renowned abolitionist, author and activist Angela Davis on Malcolm’s legacy, attacks on the teaching of Black history by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and more. “This is a time to reflect deeply on the long struggle for liberation,” Davis said.
AI Expert: We Urgently Need Ethical Guidelines & Safeguards to Limit Risks of Artificial Intelligence
In a dramatic hearing Tuesday, the CEO of the startup behind ChatGPT warned Congress about the dangers of artificial intelligence — his company’s own product. We discuss how to regulate AI and establish ethical guidelines with Marc Rotenberg, executive director of the Center for AI and Digital Policy. “We don’t have the expertise in government for the rapid technological change that’s now taking place,” says Rotenberg.
Lawyer Who Quit Trump Legal Team Cites Disagreements With Trump Adviser As Basis For Departure
A lawyer who quit Donald Trump’s legal team this past week is attributing his decision to strategy disagreements with a close adviser to the former president.
Another Florida Pride Event Canceled As Other Organizers Dig Their Heels In
One group said that a “climate of fear” has overtaken the state in the wake of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ extreme new anti-LGBTQ+ laws.
Rep. George Santos Names Himself Treasurer Of His Campaign
The freshman congressman was charged with financial crimes earlier this month.
Twitter Users Are Grossed Out By Ron DeSantis Wiping Nose And Then Touching Supporter
Many reacted in disgust to a viral video showing the Florida governor rubbing his face before patting the man’s back in Iowa.
The GOP’s Big Idea To Stop Spending Has Been Tried Before, And It Only Sort Of Worked
Setting annual caps on outlays by government agencies and programs sounded smart in 2011 — until everyone agreed to ignore them.
What the “Stealth Wealth” Obsession Reveals
Social media’s fashion detectives are underscoring the chasm between the one-percenters and everyone else.
Suga of BTS’s World Tour Is Pop Subversion at Its Finest
In the U.S., the first member of the group to stage solo concerts delivered a thrilling declaration of artistic individuality.
It’s Not Enough for Ukraine to Win. Russia Has to Lose.
Anything less will encourage Russian imperialism and embolden autocrats around the world.
The Provocative Optimism of Master Gardener
The film, which takes on neo-Nazism and white supremacy, is Paul Schrader’s most challenging work yet. It’s also his most hopeful.
AI Expert: We Urgently Need Ethical Guidelines & Safeguards to Limit Risks of Artificial Intelligence
In a dramatic hearing Tuesday, the CEO of the startup behind ChatGPT warned Congress about the dangers of artificial intelligence — his company’s own product. We discuss how to regulate AI and establish ethical guidelines with Marc Rotenberg, executive director of the Center for AI and Digital Policy. “We don’t have the expertise in government for the rapid technological change that’s now taking place,” says Rotenberg.
Democrat Can’t Hide Shock Over CNN Anchor’s George Santos Question: ‘Come On Now!’
“CNN, y’all trippin’ now,” said Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-N.Y.) after anchor Erin Burnett asked if he had “regrets” over heckling the Republican.
Debt Limit Talks Resume At Capitol As Republicans, White House Face ‘Real Differences’
Debt limit talks resumed at the U.S. Capitol late Friday, a sudden turnaround after negotiations came to an abrupt standstill earlier in the day.
Ted Cruz Makes Yet Another Cancun Joke That Leaves Twitter Users Cold
The Texas senator keeps bringing up his infamous Mexico trip during the state’s 2021 record-cold temperatures, where more than 200 people died.
These New York Republicans Said They Wanted Santos Out. Then They Helped Keep Him In Office.
They claim that the House lacked the two-thirds majority needed to expel Santos, but they blocked a vote that could prove that.
This Was A Very Bad Week For Abortion Rights And Democracy
Republican lawmakers in Nebraska, North Carolina and South Carolina all found ways to revive restrictive abortion bans in their states.
“By Any Means Necessary”: Watch Malcolm X’s Speech on Racism & Self-Defense at Audubon Ballroom
Malcolm X was born 98 years ago today, on May 19, 1925, and assassinated at age 39 on February 21, 1965, as he spoke before a packed audience in the Audubon Ballroom in New York City. We end today’s show remembering his life and legacy with an excerpt of a speech Malcolm X gave at the Audubon Ballroom about half a year earlier called “By Any Means Necessary.
Ben Crump, Attorney for Malcolm X’s Family: “We Refuse to Let Anybody Exterminate Black History”
We hear from civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who filed a $100 million wrongful death lawsuit this year on behalf of the family of Malcolm X against the FBI, the CIA, New York City and state, the NYPD and the District Attorney’s Office for concealing evidence of their involvement in Malcolm X’s 1965 assassination.
Malcolm X at 98: Angela Davis on His Enduring Legacy & the “Long Struggle for Liberation”
We dedicate the show to remembering Malcolm X on what would have been his 98th birthday Friday. We begin with an address by world-renowned abolitionist, author and activist Angela Davis on Malcolm’s legacy, attacks on the teaching of Black history by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and more. “This is a time to reflect deeply on the long struggle for liberation,” Davis said.
Conservatives Hate Tenure—Unless It’s for Clarence Thomas
The hypocrisy of GOP attacks on college teachers
America Is Getting TikTok All Wrong
The push to ban the app has clouded just how similar it is to the Silicon Valley giants.
Something Weird Is Going On With Melatonin
Pediatric overdoses have increased by 530 percent over the past decade.
Reclaim Osage: Mike Africa Jr. on Push to Buy Back MOVE House 38 Years After Philly Police Bombed It
On May 13, 1985, police surrounded the home of MOVE, a radical Black liberation organization that was defying orders to vacate from 6221 Osage Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Police flooded the home with water, filled it with tear gas, blasted it with automatic weapons, and finally dropped a bomb on the house from a helicopter, setting it ablaze and killing 11 residents — six adults and five children.