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White House Wednesdays
Trump’s State of the Union Fact Check | White House Wednesdays
Get your insider perspective from the latest White House Wednesdays as Sunni and Ebony McMorris break down Trump’s nearly two-hour State of the Union, fact-checking claims about inflation, crime, and ...investments, plus Dr. Nii Quartelai exposes new threats to voting rights and election integrity. This episode dives deep into how political narratives impact Black America and what you need to know heading into the 2024 election.
KEY TOPICS:
- Fact-checking Trump’s State of the Union speech and claims on crime, inflation, and drug prices
- The disconnect between political messaging and the realities faced by Black communities
- The People’s State of the Union and voices ignored in traditional coverage
- The SAVE Act and attempts to restrict voting rights, including efforts to hinder mail-in ballots and early voting
- Supreme Court rulings affecting postal service accountability and voting
- How to organize and counter voter suppression leading into 2024
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 - Welcome to White House Wednesdays and introductions
00:10 - Sunni and Ebony McMorris react to Trump’s lengthy State of the Union
00:36 - Two Americas: Trump’s golden age vs. real-life struggles, including the People’s State of the Union
01:13 - Fact-checking Trump’s claims about inflation, crime, and drug prices
02:10 - Interview with Dr. Nii Quartelai and key takeaways from the speech
03:02 - Analysis of speech’s lack of recognition for Black Americans, game show feel, and honoring largely white men
04:06 - The SAVE Act, voter roll manipulation, and attempts to rig the vote
05:04 - Dr. Nii Quartelai explains groundwork for cheating in the upcoming election, Supreme Court ruling, and why turnout matters
06:00 - How to follow Dr. Nii Quartelai and stay informed
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Trump’s State of the Union Fact Check | White House Wednesdays
Get your insider perspective from the latest White House Wednesdays as ...
Get your insider perspective from the latest White House Wednesdays as Sunni and Ebony McMorris break down Trump’s nearly two-hour State of the Union, fact-checking claims about inflation, crime, and ...investments, plus Dr. Nii Quartelai exposes new threats to voting rights and election integrity. This episode dives deep into how political narratives impact Black America and what you need to know heading into the 2024 election.
KEY TOPICS:
- Fact-checking Trump’s State of the Union speech and claims on crime, inflation, and drug prices
- The disconnect between political messaging and the realities faced by Black communities
- The People’s State of the Union and voices ignored in traditional coverage
- The SAVE Act and attempts to restrict voting rights, including efforts to hinder mail-in ballots and early voting
- Supreme Court rulings affecting postal service accountability and voting
- How to organize and counter voter suppression leading into 2024
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 - Welcome to White House Wednesdays and introductions
00:10 - Sunni and Ebony McMorris react to Trump’s lengthy State of the Union
00:36 - Two Americas: Trump’s golden age vs. real-life struggles, including the People’s State of the Union
01:13 - Fact-checking Trump’s claims about inflation, crime, and drug prices
02:10 - Interview with Dr. Nii Quartelai and key takeaways from the speech
03:02 - Analysis of speech’s lack of recognition for Black Americans, game show feel, and honoring largely white men
04:06 - The SAVE Act, voter roll manipulation, and attempts to rig the vote
05:04 - Dr. Nii Quartelai explains groundwork for cheating in the upcoming election, Supreme Court ruling, and why turnout matters
06:00 - How to follow Dr. Nii Quartelai and stay informed
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FBI Seizes Ballots in Georgia—What It Means for Voting Rights | White House Wednesdays
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Stay informed on today’s hottest political developments as White House Wednesdays dives into breaking news from Minnesota, voting rights battles, and the latest moves in federal immigration enforcement. Join Sunni, ...Ebony McMorris, and Cliff Albright for a dynamic discussion on democracy, resistance, and what’s at stake for Black voters in 2026.
KEY TOPICS:
- Breaking news about the Trump administration pulling federal immigration officers from Minnesota
- The connection between immigration enforcement, voter rolls, and election control
- Analysis on Trump’s push to nationalize and control vote counting in fifteen states for the 2026 midterms
- Constitutional limits on federal election intervention
- Organizing daily acts of resistance and the role of Black Voters Matter
- Updates on congressional actions targeting DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and funding
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 - Welcome to White House Wednesdays
00:10 - Sunni welcomes Ebony McMorris and breaks news from Minnesota
00:24 - Ebony McMorris details withdrawal of immigration officers and connections to voting rolls and ballot seizures
01:07 - Trump’s call to nationalize the 2026 midterm elections
01:42 - Cliff Albright dives into the risks of federal overreach in elections
02:32 - Constitutional barriers to nationalizing elections explained
03:36 - Practicing daily acts of resistance and Black Voters Matter’s organizing tips
05:15 - How to follow and get involved with Black Voters Matter
05:45 - Ebony McMorris connects immigration, federal power, and elections
06:06 - Updates on congressional actions and next steps
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ICE Raids, Deportations and How to Fight Back | White House Wednesdays
#aurn #whur #iceraids AURN White House Correspondent, Ebony McMorris, ...
DNC 2024
Ron Busby Sr. and Ron Busby Jr. on the State of Black Business | Business for the Culture
#aurn #aurnonline #businessfortheculture #business Ron Busby Sr., ...
Marc Morial on Black America, the DNC and Kamala Harris | Business for the Culture
#aurn #dnc #kamalaharris Marc Morial, president and CEO of ...
Essence Fest
Black Women in AI | Essence Fest 2025
#aurn #essencefest #ucla #blackwomen #ai Dr. Sophia Nobles of @UCLA ...
Nikole Hannah-Jones on the Current Political Landscape and Black America | Essence Fest 2025
#aurn #essencefest #nikolehannahjones Nikole Hannah-Jones speaks on ...
What Are We Fighting For? | Essence Fest 2025
#aurn #essencefest #socialjustice Rashad Robinson, Author and Social ...
Couch Party with Yonathan Elias
Love, Trivia & Cash Prizes! First Episode of Couch Party on YouTube LIVE
Welcome to Couch Party, the live trivia and culture game show where couples compete through Black history, music, and pop culture challenges for a chance at $100 cash! In this ...special Valentine’s Day episode—our first on Amplified Voices TV—contestants celebrate Black love, share inspiring stories, and test their knowledge using fun lifelines with help from the lively Couch Party Squad audience.
TRIVIA QUESTIONS:
00:00 - Let's start the show!
07:21 - Who topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 7 weeks with the smash hit "Umbrella"? Was it A, Mary J. Blige, B, Beyoncé, C, Mariah Carey, or D, Rihanna?
09:03 - A recently discovered hidden passageway has been confirmed as a stop on the Underground Railroad in which city? Was it A, New York, B, Philadelphia, C, Boston, or D, Pittsburgh?
11:12 - I’m going to read lyrics. Tell me who it is and the song title: “Don’t think I don’t see them looking at you, all of them wishing they could have you…” Choices are Bilal, D’Angelo, or Anthony Hamilton.
16:52 - Black chemist Alice Augusta Ball developed the first treatment for which infectious disease? Is it A, rubella; B, leprosy; C, cholera; or D, tuberculosis?
32:01 - Jess Hilarious is part of which nationally syndicated radio show? Is it A, Steve Harvey Morning Show, B, The Morning Hustle, C, Young Joc and the Streets Morning Takeover, or D, The Breakfast Club?
33:02 - Act out like you’re scared and name five horror movies you’ll be watching on Friday the 13th.
34:32 - In November, D’Angelo’s homegoing service was hosted by a church in which city: A, Norfolk; B, Richmond; C, Roanoke; D, Newport News?
36:24 - I’ll read lyrics—identify the artist and song title. Options: Brandy, Kelly Rowland, Meg Thee Stallion.
38:16 - Who is considered the godfather of Black radio in the US? Is it A, Melvin Lindsey; B, Jack Cooper; C, Holmes Dayle; D, Rufus Thomas?
46:06 - Kelly Rowland’s career launched as a member of which group? A, Allure; B, Destiny’s Child; C, Blaque; D, 702?
46:29 - Act out like you’re playing the guitar and name five favorite guitarists/musicians.
48:26 - This week, the FAA closed the airport in which city? Is it A, San Antonio; B, El Paso; C, Tuscon; D, Santa Fe?
49:13 - I’m going to read lyrics. Tell me who this is and the song title: Destiny’s Child, Brandy, or Monica?
51:57 - Which school became the first HBCU land-grant institution in the country in 1871? Is it A, Alcorn State; B, Bowie State; C, Coppin State; D, Delaware State?
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Love, Trivia & Cash Prizes! First Episode of Couch Party on YouTube LIVE
Welcome to Couch Party, the live trivia and culture game show where ...
Welcome to Couch Party, the live trivia and culture game show where couples compete through Black history, music, and pop culture challenges for a chance at $100 cash! In this ...special Valentine’s Day episode—our first on Amplified Voices TV—contestants celebrate Black love, share inspiring stories, and test their knowledge using fun lifelines with help from the lively Couch Party Squad audience.
TRIVIA QUESTIONS:
00:00 - Let's start the show!
07:21 - Who topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 7 weeks with the smash hit "Umbrella"? Was it A, Mary J. Blige, B, Beyoncé, C, Mariah Carey, or D, Rihanna?
09:03 - A recently discovered hidden passageway has been confirmed as a stop on the Underground Railroad in which city? Was it A, New York, B, Philadelphia, C, Boston, or D, Pittsburgh?
11:12 - I’m going to read lyrics. Tell me who it is and the song title: “Don’t think I don’t see them looking at you, all of them wishing they could have you…” Choices are Bilal, D’Angelo, or Anthony Hamilton.
16:52 - Black chemist Alice Augusta Ball developed the first treatment for which infectious disease? Is it A, rubella; B, leprosy; C, cholera; or D, tuberculosis?
32:01 - Jess Hilarious is part of which nationally syndicated radio show? Is it A, Steve Harvey Morning Show, B, The Morning Hustle, C, Young Joc and the Streets Morning Takeover, or D, The Breakfast Club?
33:02 - Act out like you’re scared and name five horror movies you’ll be watching on Friday the 13th.
34:32 - In November, D’Angelo’s homegoing service was hosted by a church in which city: A, Norfolk; B, Richmond; C, Roanoke; D, Newport News?
36:24 - I’ll read lyrics—identify the artist and song title. Options: Brandy, Kelly Rowland, Meg Thee Stallion.
38:16 - Who is considered the godfather of Black radio in the US? Is it A, Melvin Lindsey; B, Jack Cooper; C, Holmes Dayle; D, Rufus Thomas?
46:06 - Kelly Rowland’s career launched as a member of which group? A, Allure; B, Destiny’s Child; C, Blaque; D, 702?
46:29 - Act out like you’re playing the guitar and name five favorite guitarists/musicians.
48:26 - This week, the FAA closed the airport in which city? Is it A, San Antonio; B, El Paso; C, Tuscon; D, Santa Fe?
49:13 - I’m going to read lyrics. Tell me who this is and the song title: Destiny’s Child, Brandy, or Monica?
51:57 - Which school became the first HBCU land-grant institution in the country in 1871? Is it A, Alcorn State; B, Bowie State; C, Coppin State; D, Delaware State?
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Grammy Winners & Legendary Black Artists Quiz Night | Couch Party
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Welcome to Couch Party, the ultimate live trivia and culture show where contestants battle for $50 cash, answering questions about Black history, music lyrics, and today’s hot topics—plus lifeline support ...from the Couch Party Squad!
In this special episode, Yonathan hosts a fast-paced pop culture quiz celebrating Grammy season, spotlights Black excellence with inspiring guests, and announces our upcoming Valentine’s Day special.
TRIVIA QUESTIONS
00:00 - Let's start the show!
09:00 - Kerry Washington portrayed Olivia Pope on which TV drama? Is it A, Reasonable Doubt; B, Being Mary Jane; C, How to Get Away with Murder; D, Scandal?
09:24 - Couch Party Oscars Night: Name seven Black directors, established or up-and-coming, we should celebrate.
10:07 - Who will portray a U.S. president in the upcoming movie "The President is Missing"? Is it A, Vanessa Williams; B, Halle Berry; C, Angela Bassett; D, Regina King?
12:21 - I'm going to read you some lyrics—tell me who this is and the song title. Choices: Doechii, Chris Brown, or Cardi B.
13:30 - Jackie Robinson began his baseball career with which Negro league team? Is it A, Birmingham Black Barons; B, Kansas City Monarchs; C, Pittsburgh Crawfords; D, Homestead Grays?
23:02 - Big Freedia is working on opening a boutique hotel in her hometown, becoming the first Black hotel owner in which city? Is it A, Atlanta; B, Houston; C, Miami; D, New Orleans?
24:03 - Act like you're writing a brunch menu—name five brunch foods.
25:16 - Who will lead a Grammys tribute to Roberta Flack and D’Angelo on Sunday? Is it A, Lauryn Hill; B, Jill Scott; C, Erykah Badu; D, Solange?
27:02 - Guess the artist and song title from these Grammy lyric clues (choices: Olivia Dean, Doechii, or Leon Thomas).
29:53 - Who was the first Black artist to win a Grammy Award? A, Nat King Cole; B, Ella Fitzgerald; C, Duke Ellington; D, Ray Charles?
36:19 - Kirk Franklin is celebrated for being an icon in which music genre? Is it A, Jazz; B, House; C, Reggae; D, Gospel?
36:52 - Sing your favorite Chris Brown song as Couch Party karaoke.
37:57 - The National Park Service recently dismantled an exhibit honoring formerly enslaved people in which city? A, Baltimore; B, Philadelphia; C, Boston; D, New York?
39:51 - Guess the artist and song title from these lyrics (choices: Rick James, The Gap Band, or Anita Baker).
41:29 - Who became the first Black artist to win a Grammy for Album of the Year? A, Natalie Cole; B, Aretha Franklin; C, Herbie Hancock; D, Stevie Wonder?
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Couch Party Trivia Night: Black Excellence Questions, Alicia Keys Lyrics & Big Wins
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Welcome to Couch Party, the live trivia & culture game show where contestants answer Black history, music lyrics, and pop culture questions for $50 cash.
In this episode, we meet ...“The Hair Mechanic” in Brooklyn sharing winter hair/scalp tips, music industry legend Colleen Wilson (radio promotions for major artists) bringing the vibes, and Joycen from Jays Watermelonade talking heart-healthy hydration with no added sugar—then everyone battles through trivia with lifelines from the Couch Party Squad.
TRIVIA QUESTIONS
08:27 - Who was the first black woman to become a self made millionaire in the United States? Is it A, Judy W. Reed, B, Sarah Good, C, Emily Davis, or D, Madam CJ Walker?
10:06 - Couch Party Self Care: What are five habits we should have to keep our hair, scalp, and skin healthy during winter?
10:42 - Kenya Moore represented which state in the Miss USA pageant in 1993? Was it A, Illinois, B, Michigan, C, Georgia, or D, Ohio?
11:50 - I’m going to read lyrics. I need you to tell me who it is and the song title. It could be either Ari Lennox, Jill Scott, or Alicia Keys.
13:19 - Dr. Gladys West is best known for laying the groundwork for which breakthrough? Is it A, fiber optic communications, B, GPS, C, Internet-based calls such as Zoom and FaceTime, or D, NASA spacecraft travel and re-entry?
22:12 - Which movie made history this week when it received the most Oscar nominations of all time? Was it A, Frankenstein, B, F1, C, One Battle After Another, or D, Sinners
23:00 - Couch Party Name Check: For National DJ Day, name five influential DJ’s who have been on the radio or in the recording studio.
23:57 - This week, Latriece Watkins became the first Black woman to be CEO of which retail giant? Is it A, Sam’s Club, B, Costco, C, Kroger, D, BJ’s Wholesale?
25:51 - I need you to tell me who this singer is and the song title. I’m going to read lyrics for you. It’s going to be someone out of Alicia Keys, Jill Scott, or Mary J. Blige.
28:46 - Who was the first black screenwriter to receive an Oscar nomination? Was it A, Gordon Parks, B, Suzanne de Passe, C, Madeline Anderson, or D, Melvin Van Peebles?
36:30 - Who is the famous person featured in the viral popcorn meme? Is it A, Eddie Murphy, B, Prince, C, Oprah, or D, Michael Jackson?
37:13 - Couch Party Pie Day: Act out like you’re in the kitchen mixing ingredients and name five pies you’re making.
38:25 - Questlove directed which documentary celebrating black music and culture? Is it A, The Black Power Mixtape, B, What Happened, Miss Simone?, C, Summer of Soul (When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised), or D, Amazing Grace, Aretha?
41:47 - I need you to tell me, is this Ari Lennox, Alicia Keys, or Jill Scott, and tell me the song title (lyrics read).
44:32 - When Purple Rain re-entered the Billboard Hot 100 last week, Prince joined an exclusive rank of artists for charting in six different decades. Who was the first to achieve this milestone? Was it A, Tina Turner, B, The Isley Brothers, C, Aretha Franklin, or D, Stevie Wonder?
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Business for the Culture
Washington Post Layoffs & Impact on Black Journalists | Business For The Culture
Ebony McMorris is joined by Phil Lewis (Editor, Huffington Post), Dr. Nii Quartelai (Host, "A More Perfect Union" on KBLA 1580), and Gerren Keith Gaynor (White House Correspondent/Managing Editor of ...Politics, The Grio) for a compelling Black History Month kickoff, unpacking the future of Black voices in journalism amid major shakeups at the Washington Post. They discuss the devastating newsroom layoffs, the impact on race and DEI coverage, and the urgent challenges facing Black journalists and media outlets in 2026. Discover how Black-owned platforms, advocacy, and collective action are transforming news—and why your support is more vital than ever.
KEY TOPICS:
- The history and significance of Black voices in journalism and Black media’s role in activism
- The Washington Post’s massive layoffs and elimination of race, sports, and metro sections
- The ideological versus financial motivations behind newsroom cuts in mainstream media
- Challenges for Black journalists, including infrastructure, legal defense, and community support
- How Black-owned media, tech platforms, and collective ecosystems are rising to fill the gap
- The importance of supporting Black press through subscriptions, events, and advocacy
- The ongoing attacks on press freedom, First Amendment rights, and DEI funding
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 - Ebony McMorris introduces the topic: Black voices in journalism and the power of black media
00:27 - Historical roots of Black press and their organizing role
01:55 - Introduction of Phil Lewis and impact of Washington Post layoffs
02:47 - Phil Lewis details newsroom cuts and ideological motivations
07:15 - Dr. Nii Quartelai joins discussion on democracy and power in journalism
10:20 - Impact on Black journalists and community, local politics, and consequences for media diversity
14:01 - Strategies for supporting Black journalists and press infrastructure
17:47 - Press freedom, First Amendment rights, and attacks on DEI
20:19 - Building self-sustaining Black media ecosystems and Ida B. Wells’ legacy
28:11 - The importance of supporting, subscribing, and amplifying Black media amid changing algorithms
29:11 - Highlighting Black-owned tech platforms like Spill and Fanbase
36:31 - Gerren Keith Gaynor weighs in on solidarity, activism, and organizing amid newsroom cuts
38:14 - Ebony McMorris closes with a call to action and an inspiring quote from Alice Allison Dunnigan
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Washington Post Layoffs & Impact on Black Journalists | Business For The Culture
Ebony McMorris is joined by Phil Lewis (Editor, Huffington Post), Dr. ...
Ebony McMorris is joined by Phil Lewis (Editor, Huffington Post), Dr. Nii Quartelai (Host, "A More Perfect Union" on KBLA 1580), and Gerren Keith Gaynor (White House Correspondent/Managing Editor of ...Politics, The Grio) for a compelling Black History Month kickoff, unpacking the future of Black voices in journalism amid major shakeups at the Washington Post. They discuss the devastating newsroom layoffs, the impact on race and DEI coverage, and the urgent challenges facing Black journalists and media outlets in 2026. Discover how Black-owned platforms, advocacy, and collective action are transforming news—and why your support is more vital than ever.
KEY TOPICS:
- The history and significance of Black voices in journalism and Black media’s role in activism
- The Washington Post’s massive layoffs and elimination of race, sports, and metro sections
- The ideological versus financial motivations behind newsroom cuts in mainstream media
- Challenges for Black journalists, including infrastructure, legal defense, and community support
- How Black-owned media, tech platforms, and collective ecosystems are rising to fill the gap
- The importance of supporting Black press through subscriptions, events, and advocacy
- The ongoing attacks on press freedom, First Amendment rights, and DEI funding
KEY MOMENTS:
00:00 - Ebony McMorris introduces the topic: Black voices in journalism and the power of black media
00:27 - Historical roots of Black press and their organizing role
01:55 - Introduction of Phil Lewis and impact of Washington Post layoffs
02:47 - Phil Lewis details newsroom cuts and ideological motivations
07:15 - Dr. Nii Quartelai joins discussion on democracy and power in journalism
10:20 - Impact on Black journalists and community, local politics, and consequences for media diversity
14:01 - Strategies for supporting Black journalists and press infrastructure
17:47 - Press freedom, First Amendment rights, and attacks on DEI
20:19 - Building self-sustaining Black media ecosystems and Ida B. Wells’ legacy
28:11 - The importance of supporting, subscribing, and amplifying Black media amid changing algorithms
29:11 - Highlighting Black-owned tech platforms like Spill and Fanbase
36:31 - Gerren Keith Gaynor weighs in on solidarity, activism, and organizing amid newsroom cuts
38:14 - Ebony McMorris closes with a call to action and an inspiring quote from Alice Allison Dunnigan
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Will Roundtree on: Fixing Your Credit and Transforming Your Life | Business for the Culture
#aurnonline #willroundtree #fixyourcredit #financialfreedom In this ...
Dr. Jonathan Cox on: The CBCF, Power, Progress, Policy and Black America | Business for the Culture
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On the Record with Ebony McMorris
Black Farmers Fight Back: Farm Crisis Under Trump’s Tariffs | On The Record
A historic Supreme Court victory, the struggle for Black farmers, and the politics of survival are at the forefront of this must-watch episode of On The Record. Ebony McMorris sits ...down with John Boyd Jr., President of the National Black Farmers Association, to break down the life-changing SCOTUS ruling on tariffs, White House exclusions, and the ongoing challenges for America’s farmers.
What You’ll Learn:
- The sweeping impact of the Supreme Court’s decision on agricultural tariffs and why John Boyd Jr. calls it a “life-saving victory” for farmers
- How recent White House policies and meetings have excluded Black farmers and what that means for the future of Black agriculture
- The devastating financial and mental health toll tariffs have taken on farmers, including farm bankruptcies, foreclosures, and suicides
- Why foundational support and community action are critical for Black farmers’ survival
- The legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson in fighting for economic justice and rural America
EPISODE MOMENTS
00:00:00 Introduction & SCOTUS ruling reaction
00:01:17 President’s response and personal challenges for John Boyd Jr.
00:03:09 How tariffs devastated farm incomes and markets
00:05:11 Exclusion of Black farmers from key White House meetings
00:08:01 The realities of farming: lost land, financial strain, and market loss
00:10:12 Why prices collapsed and mental health struggles emerged
00:13:23 What’s next: calls for foundational and community support
00:14:31 The legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson and lessons for today
00:18:20 How to support Black farmers and get involved
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Black Farmers Fight Back: Farm Crisis Under Trump’s Tariffs | On The Record
A historic Supreme Court victory, the struggle for Black farmers, and ...
A historic Supreme Court victory, the struggle for Black farmers, and the politics of survival are at the forefront of this must-watch episode of On The Record. Ebony McMorris sits ...down with John Boyd Jr., President of the National Black Farmers Association, to break down the life-changing SCOTUS ruling on tariffs, White House exclusions, and the ongoing challenges for America’s farmers.
What You’ll Learn:
- The sweeping impact of the Supreme Court’s decision on agricultural tariffs and why John Boyd Jr. calls it a “life-saving victory” for farmers
- How recent White House policies and meetings have excluded Black farmers and what that means for the future of Black agriculture
- The devastating financial and mental health toll tariffs have taken on farmers, including farm bankruptcies, foreclosures, and suicides
- Why foundational support and community action are critical for Black farmers’ survival
- The legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson in fighting for economic justice and rural America
EPISODE MOMENTS
00:00:00 Introduction & SCOTUS ruling reaction
00:01:17 President’s response and personal challenges for John Boyd Jr.
00:03:09 How tariffs devastated farm incomes and markets
00:05:11 Exclusion of Black farmers from key White House meetings
00:08:01 The realities of farming: lost land, financial strain, and market loss
00:10:12 Why prices collapsed and mental health struggles emerged
00:13:23 What’s next: calls for foundational and community support
00:14:31 The legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson and lessons for today
00:18:20 How to support Black farmers and get involved
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CONGRESSIONAL UPDATE: The Impeachment Effort Against Kristi Noem | On The Record
Political battles, voter suppression tactics, and community resistance ...
Political battles, voter suppression tactics, and community resistance come to the forefront in this must-watch episode of On The Record. Ebony McMorris sits down with Representative Robin Kelly for a ...revealing conversation on ICE presence in Minneapolis, Republican efforts to control voter rolls, and the real threat to American democracy as the nation approaches pivotal elections.
Here’s what you’ll learn in this video:
- The truth behind the controversial ICE and Homeland Security deployment in Minneapolis and its impact on local communities
- How Republican strategies are targeting voter rolls and seeking to nationalize the midterms
- The significance and updates on the push to impeach Kristi Noem and what it means for accountability
- What resistance and civic action look like for Black Americans this Black History Month—including why organizing, educating, and voting remain critical
- Lessons from Minnesota's robust community response and how it can inspire action across the country
EPISODE MOMENTS:
00:00:00 Introduction & setting the stage for the ICE drawdown crisis
00:00:38 Representative Robin Kelly on the realities of federal enforcement in Minneapolis
00:02:13 Lack of transparency around voter roll access and the administration’s motives
00:02:48 The latest on impeaching Kristi Noem and bipartisan reactions
00:04:24 Congressional strategies to demand accountability and increase oversight on DHS actions
00:05:02 Implications of the looming funding bill deadline and Republican negotiations
00:06:07 Trump’s push to nationalize midterms and efforts to target Democratic cities
00:07:31 Guidance for constituents and the enduring importance of not “taking the bait”
00:08:47 Black History Month: What resistance means, and the power of staying informed and organized
00:11:25 Lessons from Minnesota’s community response and how other cities can prepare
00:12:57 Where to focus attention next and why vigilance (“staying woke”) is essential
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Rev Al Sharpton on Minneapolis Crisis, Trump Polls, and the Supreme Court’s Impact | On The Record
Political turmoil, shifting White House strategies, and the future of ...
Political turmoil, shifting White House strategies, and the future of voting rights take center stage in this powerful episode of On The Record. Ebony McMorris sits down with Rev. Al ...Sharpton to break down the latest crisis in Minnesota, the implications of Project 2025, and why Black voter engagement is more urgent than ever.
Here’s what you’ll learn in this video:
- The fallout and political implications of recent White House missteps in Minnesota and how they could spread to other cities
- How shifting Republican strategies and Project 2025 threaten voting rights and target key communities
- The impact of false narratives, voter roll threats, and recent attacks on leaders like Ilhan Omar
- Why failing to vote empowers political opponents, and what’s at stake for Black Americans in upcoming elections
- Rev. Al Sharpton’s strategies for fighting political “tricks” in 2026 and the critical Supreme Court case threatening Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act
EPISODE MOMENTS
00:00:00 Kicking off: Crisis in Minnesota & White House response
00:01:21 The shifting political landscape—Trump’s struggles and changing public sentiment
00:02:20 Project 2025, voter roll threats, and political power struggles
00:04:15 Attacks on Ilhan Omar and the dangers of inflammatory politics
00:05:03 Leadership shakeups in Minnesota: What Homan’s appointment means
00:07:04 Solutions: Project 2025, the power of the Black vote, and overcoming disenfranchisement
00:09:12 “Stopping Tricks in 2026”: Sharpton’s motto and midterm strategy
00:11:15 The Supreme Court’s impending decision on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act
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