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Alison Stewart Says Clarence Thomas Misused Her Book In Affirmative Action Decision
In his concurrence in the Supreme Court's recent decision that struck down race-based affirmative action, Justice Clarence Thomas cited Alison Stewar…
2 years, 7 months ago
UPS Strike Deadline Looms Over The Economy. Here’s Why.
The Teamsters union, which represents UPS workers, may go on strike if a deal is not reached by the end of this month.
On Today's Show:
Jane McAlevey,…
2 years, 7 months ago
The Little-Understood Enormity of Food Waste To Controlling Climate Change
On Today's Show:
Oliver Franklin-Wallis, author of Wasteland: The Dirty Truth About What We Throw Away, Where It Goes, and Why It Matters (Hachette Bo…
2 years, 7 months ago
Should Citizens Have A 'Bill Of Obligations' Alongside Their Rights?
The former head of the Council on Foreign Relations argues that domestic threats, related to civic participation, are more dangerous to American demo…
2 years, 7 months ago
What To Do Now About Your Student Loans: Listeners’ Questions Answered
On Thursday, the Biden administration announced plans for a new income-driven repayment plan called the Saving on a Valuable Education — or SAVE.
On …
2 years, 8 months ago
Rep. Ritchie Torres On Banning Legacy Admissions And Other SCOTUS Ruling Thoughts
After an eventful Supreme Court term, in which the conservative majority ruled on affirmative action and other issues, a Democratic congressman weigh…
2 years, 8 months ago
Why Control Of Congress In 2024 Will Run Through The New York Suburbs
After playing a significant role in the Democrats' loss of their House majority, New York Dems are taking steps to regain their party's control of Co…
2 years, 8 months ago
The “Class Inversion In American Politics” Explained and Challenged
Where do race and class intersect in today's American politics?
On today's show, David Leonhardt, senior writer for The New York Times, who writes Th…
2 years, 8 months ago
Your Rights and 2024 Politics After the “The Backlash Court”
"Our republic is founded on the principle that it will continue only as long as the people keep democracy alive," said Benjamin Franklin. So is the S…
2 years, 8 months ago
SCOTUS Ends Term with LGBTQ+ Discrimination, Kills Student Loan Forgiveness
Today, the Supreme Court ruled on religious freedom and LGBTQ+ discrimination, and struck down Pres. Biden's student loan forgiveness program.
On Tod…
2 years, 8 months ago