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Labor Icon Dolores Huerta, 95, Reveals She, Too, Was Raped by Cesar Chavez; Speaks to Maria Hinojosa
Labor icon Dolores Huerta, 95, revealed she was raped by Cesar Chavez, forcing a re-evaluation of his legacy and highlighting the systemic challenges survivors face when exposing powerful figures.
"Killers of Roe": Amy Littlefield Investigates the "Mysterious Death of Abortion Rights" in U.S.
Investigative journalist Amy Littlefield details how abortion rights were dismantled over decades, revealing the complex figures and policies that led to the overturning of Roe v. Wade and the current contradictory landscape of abortion access.
Jesse Jackson's Legacy: From Marching with MLK to Building the Rainbow Coalition
This episode explores the enduring legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, detailing his pivotal role in marrying grassroots activism with electoral politics, democratizing the Democratic Party, and advocating for justice both domestically and internationally.
"Keep Hope Alive": Remembering Rev. Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Icon Who Twice Ran for President
This episode commemorates the life and enduring legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, a pivotal civil rights leader, two-time presidential candidate, and advocate for justice and equality.
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