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Political Activism

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Trump National Emergency On Voting Plot. Racism & Antiracism Studies Minor. Jackson Memorial.
U.S. ElectionsVoting RightsNational Emergencies Act
Mar 2, 2026

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.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Rev. Jesse Jackson lies in repose at Rainbow PUSH Coalition headquarters in Chicago | Day 2
Civil RightsSocial JusticePolitical Activism
Feb 27, 2026

Rev. Jesse Jackson lies in repose at Rainbow PUSH Coalition headquarters in Chicago | Day 2

Reverend Jesse Jackson's memorial service blends heartfelt eulogies and gospel music with powerful excerpts from his historic speeches, reaffirming his enduring calls for self-worth, political action, and keeping hope alive.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Rev. Jesse Jackson Lying in Repose | Day 1 | Rainbow Push
Civil RightsPolitical ActivismEconomic Justice
Feb 27, 2026

Rev. Jesse Jackson Lying in Repose | Day 1 | Rainbow Push

This episode celebrates the enduring legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., featuring personal anecdotes and reflections from politicians, faith leaders, and community members on his profound impact on civil rights, political empowerment, and global diplomacy.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
🚨 Trump in for RUDE AWAKENING as MIDTERMS Turn CATASTROPHIC
Election IntegrityVoting RightsState Attorneys General
Feb 26, 2026

🚨 Trump in for RUDE AWAKENING as MIDTERMS Turn CATASTROPHIC

Democratic Attorneys General are coordinating extensively to defend election integrity and voting rights against perceived federal interference, preparing for various scenarios including attempts to seize voting machines and data.

The Intersection with Michael Popok
The Intersection with Michael Popok
SCHOOL DAZE Movie Reaction! | First Time Watch! | Spike Lee, Laurence Fishburne, Giancarlo Esposito
Spike LeeSchool DazeHBCUs
Feb 24, 2026

SCHOOL DAZE Movie Reaction! | First Time Watch! | Spike Lee, Laurence Fishburne, Giancarlo Esposito

CinePals reacts to Spike Lee's 'School Daze,' highlighting its groundbreaking portrayal of intra-black conflict, colorism, and hazing within HBCUs, challenging traditional cinematic narratives.

CinePals
CinePals
Black Family Fights Eminent Domain. Hegseth Hosts Racist Pastor. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
Eminent DomainRacial InjusticeBlack Land Ownership
Feb 23, 2026

Black Family Fights Eminent Domain. Hegseth Hosts Racist Pastor. Roy Cooper Senate Bid

This episode exposes ongoing racial injustices, from a Black family's fight against eminent domain and the Pentagon hosting a white Christian nationalist, to a critical examination of Donald Trump's actions and a tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson's enduring legacy of activism.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.
Civil RightsEconomic JusticePolitical Activism
Feb 22, 2026

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

This episode profoundly details Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr.'s unparalleled impact on American civil rights, politics, and economic empowerment, showcasing how his strategies continue to shape movements and challenge power structures.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
LIVE: Trump faces NEW THREAT as Populist Fight TURNS AGAINST HIM
Veterans Affairs (VA) policyDisability benefitsProject 2025
Feb 21, 2026

LIVE: Trump faces NEW THREAT as Populist Fight TURNS AGAINST HIM

The VA's swift reversal of a controversial disability rule highlights the power of unified public outcry against Project 2025's agenda, revealing a broader struggle between corporate oligarchy and a potential 'positive populism' that transcends traditional political divides.

Legal AF Podcast
Legal AF Podcast
Black Family Fights Eminent Domain. Hegseth Hosts Racist Pastor. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
Eminent DomainRacial InjusticeBlack-Owned Land
Feb 20, 2026

Black Family Fights Eminent Domain. Hegseth Hosts Racist Pastor. Roy Cooper Senate Bid

Roland Martin Unfiltered dissects a Georgia Black family's eminent domain battle, exposes a 'racist' pastor at the Pentagon, and meticulously debunks claims of Donald Trump's support for Black Americans, while also honoring the enduring legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Press Conference with the family of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr.
Civil RightsJesse Jackson LegacyRacial Justice
Feb 19, 2026

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.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Georgia Fort Pleads Not Guilty. Paralyzed Man Case Charges Dropped. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
Civil RightsPolitical ActivismEconomic Justice
Feb 19, 2026

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

This episode serves as a powerful, multi-faceted tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., detailing his unparalleled impact on American civil rights, politics, and economic empowerment through personal anecdotes and historical analysis from those who knew him best.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.
Civil RightsEconomic JusticePolitical Activism
Feb 18, 2026

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

This episode provides a comprehensive tribute to Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., detailing his profound impact on civil rights, American politics, economic empowerment, and international diplomacy through the perspectives of those who knew him best.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
CBS Censors Colbert’s Talarico Interview; Breaking Trump’s Cuba Siege w/ David Adler | MR Live
US Foreign PolicyCubaVoter Suppression
Feb 17, 2026

CBS Censors Colbert’s Talarico Interview; Breaking Trump’s Cuba Siege w/ David Adler | MR Live

This episode exposes how US foreign policy maintains a humanitarian 'siege' on Cuba while domestic efforts, like the SAVE Act, aim to suppress voting, both driven by specific political agendas and media complicity.

The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
Rev. Jesse Jackson, Towering Icon Of Civil Rights, Dies At 84
Civil Rights MovementJesse JacksonEconomic Empowerment
Feb 17, 2026

Rev. Jesse Jackson, Towering Icon Of Civil Rights, Dies At 84

This episode commemorates the life and unparalleled legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson, detailing his pivotal role in civil rights, economic empowerment, and shaping American political power.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
"Keep Hope Alive": Remembering Rev. Jesse Jackson, Civil Rights Icon Who Twice Ran for President
Civil Rights MovementJesse JacksonPresidential Campaigns
Feb 17, 2026

"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.

Democracy Now
Democracy Now
Toxic Chemicals in Extensions, Braiding Hair. Teacher's Racist Comment. Sleep-Deprivation Risks
Health DisparitiesToxic ChemicalsHair Extensions
Feb 16, 2026

Toxic Chemicals in Extensions, Braiding Hair. Teacher's Racist Comment. Sleep-Deprivation Risks

This episode exposes hidden dangers in Black hair products, tackles systemic sleep deprivation affecting Black women, and outlines actionable steps for improving longevity and mobility.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Bishop William Barber | Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly | Repairers Of The Breach
Civil RightsVoter SuppressionGerrymandering
Feb 15, 2026

Bishop William Barber | Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly | Repairers Of The Breach

Reverend William Barber's 'Love Forward Together' march mobilizes thousands in North Carolina to counter voter suppression and demand a proactive vision for justice, emphasizing collective action and persistent love over despair.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Don Lemon to be arraigned. HGTV Host Drops N-Word. Black women Jobless Spike. Wilson-Raleigh March.
Civil RightsRacial JusticeBlack Media
Feb 15, 2026

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

This episode unpacks critical news affecting the Black community, from a significant civil rights march and economic disparities to the power of Black art and challenges to Black history.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
A Whistleblower Running For Congress?!
US Foreign PolicyIran WarIsraeli Influence
Feb 14, 2026

A Whistleblower Running For Congress?!

The Young Turks expose alleged government and media complicity in covering up critical information, from the push for war with Iran and DHS surveillance of activists to shocking revelations from the Epstein files and the suppression of dissent against Israeli influence.

The Young Turks
The Young Turks
Don Lemon to be arraigned. HGTV Host Drops N-Word. Black women Jobless Spike. Wilson-Raleigh March.
Civil RightsRacial JusticeMedia and Journalism
Feb 13, 2026

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

This episode unpacks a series of urgent news stories impacting the Black community, from political marches and economic disparities to cultural erasure and the power of Black storytelling.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Love Forward Together Mass People’s Assembly & Moral March Mobilization | Day 2
Civil RightsSocial JusticeVoting Rights
Feb 12, 2026

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.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Trump Snubs Democrats. Governors Cancel Annual Meeting. McIver Confronts DHS. GOP Targets Bad Bunny
Partisan PoliticsNational Governors AssociationDonald Trump
Feb 11, 2026

Trump Snubs Democrats. Governors Cancel Annual Meeting. McIver Confronts DHS. GOP Targets Bad Bunny

This episode dissects partisan political maneuvers, an intense congressional confrontation over ICE abuses, conservative outrage at a Super Bowl halftime show, and critical health disparities impacting Black Americans, culminating in a call for targeted legislative action.

Roland Martin Unfiltered
Roland Martin Unfiltered
Jasmine Crockett, Epstein Files Update, Gavin Newsom Interview | Viewer Voicemail
US PoliticsTexas Senate RaceDemocratic Primary Strategy
Feb 8, 2026

Jasmine Crockett, Epstein Files Update, Gavin Newsom Interview | Viewer Voicemail

The host fields viewer voicemails, offering candid political analysis on the Texas Senate race, the Epstein files, and how to navigate political divides with family and friends.

The Keith Edwards Show
The Keith Edwards Show
UNHINGED Liberal White Women PUNISHED FOR STORMING CorePower Yoga Studio For REMOVING ANTI ICE SIGN!
Corporate NeutralityPolitical ActivismCustomer Confrontation
Feb 6, 2026

UNHINGED Liberal White Women PUNISHED FOR STORMING CorePower Yoga Studio For REMOVING ANTI ICE SIGN!

A CorePower Yoga studio in Minneapolis faced a hostile confrontation from members demanding political alignment, leading to membership terminations and a broader discussion on corporate neutrality versus activist pressure.

Black Conservative Perspective
Black Conservative Perspective
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