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Top U.S. & World Headlines — February 20, 2026
This episode details a range of critical global and domestic headlines, from potential US military action against Iran and Trump's 'Board of Peace' initiative to human rights abuses in Israeli prisons and Sudan, Prince Andrew's arrest, and a proposed wealth tax in California.
"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.
"I Will Govern as a Democratic Socialist": Watch Zohran Mamdani & Bernie Sanders at NYC Inauguration
Zohran Mamdani, New York City's youngest and first Muslim, South Asian, African-born mayor, pledges to govern as a democratic socialist, promising universal child care, rent freezes, and free public transit by taxing the wealthy.
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