Rep. James Clyburn Reelection Bid. Trump SAVE Act Push. Black Man Buys Prison. Lynching Evolution
US PoliticsCivil RightsRacial Justice

Rep. James Clyburn Reelection Bid. Trump SAVE Act Push. Black Man Buys Prison. Lynching Evolution

This episode unpacks critical political developments, groundbreaking social justice initiatives, and ongoing racial disparities, from a former inmate buying a prison to evolving forms of lynching and legislative attacks on DEI.

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RainbowPUSH homegoing for Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.
Civil RightsSocial JusticePolitical Activism

RainbowPUSH homegoing for Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

This homegoing service for Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. powerfully recounts his monumental impact on civil rights, economic empowerment, and global justice, emphasizing his unwavering commitment to the voiceless and the continuation of his 'Keep Hope Alive' legacy.

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Crockett-Talarico Fallout Explodes. Roland Martin Says The Narrative Is Dead Wrong.
Texas Democratic PrimaryJasmine CrockettJames Talerico

Crockett-Talarico Fallout Explodes. Roland Martin Says The Narrative Is Dead Wrong.

Roland Martin critically dissects the Texas Democratic Senate primary results, arguing that Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett's loss was due to campaign infrastructure failures and insufficient voter mobilization, not racial lockout, and urges Black voters to self-organize.

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Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
U.S. ElectionsVoting RightsNational Emergencies Act

Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.

This episode exposes alleged plots to undermine U.S. elections and Black political power, details the impact of Medicaid funding freezes, and honors the enduring legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, Sr., emphasizing the critical role of Black-owned media.

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Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
US PoliticsElection IntegrityVoting Rights

Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.

This episode exposes an alleged Trump plot to declare a national emergency to control midterm elections, details the critical threat to Black political power from the *Cala* Supreme Court case, and highlights attacks on social safety nets and DEI initiatives, all while honoring Reverend Jesse Jackson's legacy and the vital role of Black-owned media.

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Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
Voting RightsElection IntegrityNational Emergencies Act

Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.

This episode exposes alleged plots to undermine democratic elections and Black political power, highlighting the critical need for Black community mobilization and support for Black-owned media amidst escalating attacks on civil rights.

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Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
Voting RightsElection IntegrityRacial Justice

Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.

Roland Martin and guests expose alleged plots by Donald Trump to seize control of midterm elections, detail threats to Black political power from Supreme Court rulings and Medicaid cuts, and honor the enduring legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. and Black-owned media.

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Al Green Ejected for “Black People Aren’t Apes” Sign. Idaho Bans Juneteenth. Trump Crime Claims
Racial JusticePolitical PolarizationMisinformation

Al Green Ejected for “Black People Aren’t Apes” Sign. Idaho Bans Juneteenth. Trump Crime Claims

This episode dissects the week's most contentious political and social flashpoints, from Congressman Al Green's direct challenge to Donald Trump's racist rhetoric to the underlying 'white fear' driving anti-DEI policies and attacks on Juneteenth.

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Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
Voting RightsElection IntegrityNational Emergencies Act

Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.

This episode exposes alleged plots to undermine voting rights and Black political power, details the legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, and highlights critical attacks on social safety nets and DEI initiatives.

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Miss. Black Voters Brace for Elections Ruling. Howard Swim Team History. Black Diaspora to Ghana.
Voting RightsElection IntegrityBlack Political Power

Miss. Black Voters Brace for Elections Ruling. Howard Swim Team History. Black Diaspora to Ghana.

This episode exposes critical threats to Black voting rights in the US, highlights Howard University's historic athletic achievement, and details actionable opportunities for the Black diaspora to connect and invest in Ghana.

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Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
Voting RightsElection IntegrityCivil Rights

Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.

Roland Martin Unfiltered exposes a multi-front assault on Black political power and social programs, from alleged Trump plots to nationalize elections to Supreme Court challenges against voting rights and federal funding freezes.

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Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
Voting RightsElection IntegrityNational Emergencies Act

Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.

Roland Martin and guests dissect a multi-pronged assault on Black political power, from Trump's alleged plot to nationalize elections to the weakening of voting rights and attacks on DEI, urging aggressive mobilization and support for Black-owned media.

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Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
US PoliticsVoting RightsElection Integrity

Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.

This episode exposes alleged plots to undermine democratic elections, the erosion of Black political power, and the critical role of Black-owned media, all framed by the urgent need for Black communities to mobilize against systemic attacks.

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#BlackStarNetwork presents: The State of Our Union 2026 | #RolandMartinUnfiltered
Black Political PowerCivil RightsVoting Rights

#BlackStarNetwork presents: The State of Our Union 2026 | #RolandMartinUnfiltered

Black America delivers a powerful counter-narrative to the official State of the Union, detailing the devastating impacts of the current administration and outlining a strategic blueprint for resistance and nation-building.

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They Are Erasing Black Gains In Real Time. Voting Isn’t Enough. Power Must Be Built
Black LiberationSystemic RacismAuthoritarianism

They Are Erasing Black Gains In Real Time. Voting Isn’t Enough. Power Must Be Built

Black Voters Matter co-founders April and Cliff Albright argue that current political and economic policies constitute a direct assault on Black progress, demanding a multi-faceted resistance strategy and a radical vision for nation-building beyond traditional political engagement.

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#BlackStarNetwork presents: The State of Our Union 2026 | #RolandMartinUnfiltered
Black politicsUS politicsTrump administration

#BlackStarNetwork presents: The State of Our Union 2026 | #RolandMartinUnfiltered

This special broadcast dissects the devastating impact of the current administration's policies on Black America, offering a comprehensive strategy for resistance, economic empowerment, and political mobilization.

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Slaveholder Religion Exposed. Roland Warns Of Slavery Without Shackles
Systemic RacismBlack LiberationWhite Nationalism

Slaveholder Religion Exposed. Roland Warns Of Slavery Without Shackles

Roland Martin exposes the systemic, multi-faceted assault on Black America, labeling modern white Christian nationalism as a 'slaveholder religion' and urging the Black community to mobilize against 'slavery without shackles' by defending their gains and actively participating in the ongoing fight for liberation.

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Roland speaks at Corinth Houston Sunday Service 2-22-26
Systemic RacismBlack HistoryBlack-Owned Media

Roland speaks at Corinth Houston Sunday Service 2-22-26

Roland Martin delivers a powerful call to action at a Houston church, dissecting systemic attacks on Black America and advocating for self-owned platforms, collective economics, and unwavering defense of community assets.

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Georgia Fort Pleads Not Guilty. Paralyzed Man Case Charges Dropped. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
Civil RightsEconomic JusticePolitical Organizing

Georgia Fort Pleads Not Guilty. Paralyzed Man Case Charges Dropped. Roy Cooper Senate Bid

This episode offers a profound, multi-faceted tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., detailing his unparalleled impact on civil rights, American politics, economic empowerment, and international diplomacy through personal anecdotes and historical analysis.

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Press Conference with the family of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr.
Civil RightsJesse Jackson LegacyRacial Justice

Press Conference with the family of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr.

Reverend Jesse Jackson's family honors his expansive civil rights legacy, calling on the public to continue his fight for justice, equality, and unity while announcing memorial arrangements.

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Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.
Civil Rights MovementEconomic JusticePolitical Strategy

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

This episode unpacks the unparalleled impact of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., a towering figure who reshaped American politics, economics, and civil rights through audacious leadership and unwavering commitment to the marginalized.

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GOP’s SAVE Act bad for Blacks; Rickey Smiley rips hazing; Shoot victim wins $27M
Voter SuppressionVoting RightsGerrymandering

GOP’s SAVE Act bad for Blacks; Rickey Smiley rips hazing; Shoot victim wins $27M

This episode dissects Republican efforts to suppress Black votes through the 'SAVE Act,' exposes the psychological damage of hazing in Black Greek-letter organizations, and celebrates a landmark $27.5 million verdict for a police shooting victim.

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Don Lemon to be arraigned. HGTV Host Drops N-Word. Black women Jobless Spike. Wilson-Raleigh March.
Black newsCivil rightsActivism

Don Lemon to be arraigned. HGTV Host Drops N-Word. Black women Jobless Spike. Wilson-Raleigh March.

This episode covers a range of critical Black news, from Don Lemon's arraignment and the closure of a historic Black newspaper to a major civil rights march in North Carolina and deep dives into the power of Black poetry and queer storytelling.

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Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly & Moral March Mobilization | Day 2
Civil RightsSocial JusticeVoting Rights

Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly & Moral March Mobilization | Day 2

Participants in the "Love Forward Together" march mobilize for a second day, emphasizing unity, love, and persistence in their fight for justice, voting rights, and social equality against perceived systemic injustices.

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