Voting Rights
Discover key takeaways from 19 podcast episodes about this topic.

Roland gives MLK address in Dallas, Texas
Roland Martin delivers a fiery MLK address, asserting that Dr. King's legacy is being sanitized and that current political forces are actively 'defunding Black America' through policy rollbacks and attacks on civil rights, urging immediate, courageous action against these systemic threats.

Roland gives MLK address in Dallas, Texas
Roland Martin delivers a fiery MLK address, arguing that the holiday has been sanitized and gentrified, and calls for a return to protest and active resistance against systemic attacks on Black America and civil rights.

MLK’s Warning Comes Alive. ICE Terror in Minneapolis. Crockett Sets Jan. 6 Straight.
Roland Martin and guests assert that Dr. King's legacy demands active protest and economic resistance against current attacks on civil rights, ICE tactics, and Trump's administration, while also highlighting the importance of Black-owned businesses.

Roland speaks at Columbus Educ. Assoc. MLK Dinner
Roland Martin delivers a fiery address, challenging the audience to move beyond passive celebration of MLK Day and actively engage in political and community organizing to combat systemic racism and educational disparities.

BREAKING: Trump LOSES two MASSIVE court cases
Republicans, including the Trump administration's DOJ, failed in multiple legal challenges to block new redistricting maps in California and Virginia, signaling significant wins for Democrats in voting rights battles.

Roland speaks at Columbus Educ. Assoc. MLK Dinner
Roland Martin challenges the audience at an MLK dinner to move beyond passive celebration and engage in active, sustained political and economic struggle, emphasizing that 'rest time is over' for those seeking real societal change.

MLK’s Warning Comes Alive. ICE Terror in Minneapolis. Crockett Sets Jan. 6 Straight.
This episode dissects the Trump administration's aggressive domestic and international policies, from ICE's 'Gestapo tactics' to undermining global alliances, advocating for economic withdrawal and mass protest as crucial responses to preserve democracy and Black empowerment.

US Supreme Court issues “BLOCKBUSTER” ruling
The Supreme Court's 7-2 ruling grants all candidates automatic standing to challenge election laws, a decision that legal experts fear will unleash a torrent of politically motivated litigation but also presents new avenues for voting rights advocates.

Isaac Hayes III x Noah Washington Talk: IShowSpeed, Renee Good, The Scotts, and Dulse.
This episode dissects the urgent need for black-owned platforms and businesses in an era of increasing social media censorship, political authoritarianism, and corporate exploitation of black creators and culture.

‘Very Badly Treated’? Roland Exposes Trump’s Civil Rights Lies and White Grievance Agenda
Roland Martin and guest Terry discuss how Donald Trump and the MAGA movement are systematically dismantling civil rights protections by leveraging 'white grievance' and reinterpreting historical legislation to re-establish a 'Jim Crow 2.0' without overt segregation.

New Minneapolis ICE Shooting Video, Philly Sheriff Warns ICE, Black Women Jobless Spike
A Minneapolis ICE shooting sparks outrage and charges, while Philadelphia's Sheriff vows to jail federal agents for misconduct, highlighting a national struggle against perceived federal overreach and a floundering economy under the Trump administration.

Everything That Can Go Right and Wrong In 2026
Pod Save America hosts John Favro and Alex Wagner unpack the most pressing political questions and potential societal shifts anticipated in 2026, from House investigations and economic sentiment to Supreme Court rulings and the future of American democracy under the Trump administration.

LIVE: Trump MURDERS US Citizen and EPSTEIN COVER UP!!! | Legal AF
This episode dissects the Trump administration's alleged cover-up of Epstein files, the 'cold-blooded murder' of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE officer, and the disqualification of unlawfully appointed US Attorneys by federal judges.

ICE Killing in Minneapolis Sparks Outrage, Crockett Rips GOP, CurlMix Comeback
This episode exposes alleged government deception surrounding a fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis, highlights a successful Democratic healthcare strategy, and celebrates a black-owned business's community-backed survival.

PROBE LAUNCHED into Trump & Big Oil’s Takeover of Venezuela
This episode details how the Trump administration's actions, including a perceived 'takeover' of Venezuela driven by big oil interests, represent an accelerating backslide in American democracy, demanding legal and civic resistance.

Jan. 6 Remembrance, LA Mayor Karen Bass, Richard Smallwood Talks
This episode delivers a scathing remembrance of the January 6th Capitol attack, contrasting political narratives with firsthand accounts and highlighting the ongoing fight for civil rights and the power of gospel music.

Jan. 6 Remembrance, LA Mayor Karen Bass, Richard Smallwood Talks
This episode sharply contrasts Democratic and Republican narratives surrounding the January 6th Capitol attack, featuring insights from LA Mayor Karen Bass and a deep dive into the life and music of gospel maestro Richard Smallwood.

Jan. 6 Remembrance, LA Mayor Karen Bass, Richard Smallwood Talks
This episode delivers a sharp critique of Republican efforts to downplay the January 6th insurrection, featuring insights from political figures and a profound interview with gospel maestro Richard Smallwood on music, mental health, and his personal journey.

Jack Smith Testifies to Congress on Trump Crimes | Part 1
Special Counsel Jack Smith defended his investigations into former President Trump before Congress, asserting strong evidence for charges and pushing back on claims of political motivation and overreach, while highlighting restrictions on his testimony.