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Podcast: Resistance Grows As Civil Rights Leaders Challenge Trump’s Anti-Woke Agenda

Civil rights leaders and activists are mounting a robust resistance against Donald Trump’s anti-woke agenda and proposed budget cuts, which threaten to impact Black communities significantly. The backlash encompasses economic boycotts, legal challenges, and grassroots mobilization aimed at safeguarding DEI programs and ensuring the future of economic and social justice in America. The proposed budget cuts by Trump could have devastating effects on Black communities, and the resistance is gaining momentum.

The Seattle Medium interviews political commentator Opio Sokoni to discuss what’s at stake for the future of economic and social justice in America.

Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

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Podcast: Garfield High School Hosts Meeting On Racial Disparities In Education

Concerned families, educators, students, and community leaders recently convened at Garfield High School to address the ongoing racial disparities in academic achievement affecting Black and Brown students.