Best Kazemde Ajamu Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 52 The Urban Politician Show - Understanding the Right-Wing Hysteria over Critical Race Theory 1:02:36

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In recent years, Critical Race Theory (CRT) has become a flashpoint in the culture wars, particularly among right-wing politicians and media figures who argue that it is a divisive and harmful ideology that promotes racial animosity and undermines American values. In this episode of The Urban Politician Show, we dive into the growing right-wing hys…

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Ep. 51 Part 1 - Black Male Mental Health 1:30:20

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This podcast dives deep into the often-overlooked topic of black male mental health. Through personal stories and expert interviews, we explore the unique challenges and experiences faced by black men when it comes to their mental health. From the effects of systemic racism and generational trauma to the pressures of societal expectations, we shed …

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Ep. 50 Can We Have A Real Conversation About Reparations 1:04:26

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The Urban Politician keeps it real about the prospects of Reparations and what it will take to achieve it rather than giving it lip service. Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep 49 Warnock Wins Senate Seat! Now What? 56:27

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Senator Raphael Warnock wins his re-election bid against Hershal Walker, a candidate that was embarrassing to any rational-thinking person. Now that Dems hold the Senate and lost the House, what does that mean? Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep 48 Why is the Urban Politician Mad at Democrats? 1:06:39

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The Urban Politician gives his hot take on the poor messaging of the Democratic Party, the current Warnock and Abrams campaign, gun control, assault rifles, healthcare, and more... Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep 47. Part 2. Conversation with Venture Capitalist High Street Equity Partners 1:01:55

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High Street Equity Partners: High Street Equity Partners is an early-stage venture firm that invests in post-revenue tech-enabled companies, focused on underrepresented founders from underrepresented geographies. Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 46 What is a Venture Capitalist (VC)? Our interview with General Partner Mitch Brooks 1:34:02

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High Street Equity Partners: High Street Equity Partners is an early-stage venture firm that invests in post-revenue tech-enabled companies, focused on underrepresented founders from underrepresented geographies. General Partner Mitch Brooks: Mitch Brooks is General Partner of High Street Equity Partners where he focuses on deal sourcing, organizat…

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Why Should We Get Involved In Politics? 1:22:48

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The Urban Politician is back! Still awaiting the return of our leader, host Kazemde Ajamu, co-host Jynsen Henry addresses the concerns of some who've taken the position that politics isn't FOR us. This episode is meant to remind you in the words of Malcolm X that to be successful, our communities need politicians "from the community who have the go…

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Ep. 44 Is It Really Our Community If We Don’t Own It? 1:09:57

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The Urban Politician Co-host Jynsen Henry brings an interview of an Atlanta real estate investor discussing the similarities in the gentrification process from Florida to Virginia to Chicago and what can be done to claim ownership of our communities and unify our voices. Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 43 The Misunderstanding of Power in Black Politics 1:42:36

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Today the Urban Politician sits down with Oronde Yero to challenge apathy in the Black community toward politics. Examining the idea that things are either good or evil and that engagement in politics is meaningless. The context of power and the different forms of power are examined. Support the Show.…

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Ep. 42 The Politics to Sovereignty ft. Baba Oshi Adelabu 1:51:15

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The Urban Politician Show discusses Emancipation to Sovereignty with Baba Oshi. What is politics supposed to produce and what part does politics play in achieving sovereignty. Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 41 Juneteenth & Critical Race Theory ft. Dr. Chike Akua 1:24:53

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A candid discussion with Dr. Chike Akua about Critical Race Theory and the true meaning of Juneteenth More information: https://urbanpolitician.org/ Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 40 The Politics Behind the Mental Health Crisis 1:27:09

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The Urban Politician discusses the political remedies to the mental health crisis in our community. What is happening? How did we get here? And what can we do to fix this? Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 39 Introducing The Urban Politician Alliance 1:09:34

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As a user-based organization, we enable communities to self-manage and overcome perceived inefficiencies related to governance, civic engagement, and administration. Visit us - www.urbanpolitician.org Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 38 The Urban Politician Show Interviews Stone Mountain Mayoral Candidate Darryl B. Gresham, Sr. 1:32:07

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We will discuss community, progress, and connection in Stone Mountain, Ga. Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 37 Will racism ever just die? 1:33:33

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This question is where the apathy comes in, the confusion, and the conspiracy theories Racism doesn’t die it just goes underground for a few generations This time we must prioritize economics. We have to take this opportunity to become self-sustainable. Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 36 Funding, Government and Reparations 1:59:50

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If Joe Biden's funding bills pass in the Senate, are we prepared and in a position to take advantage of it? Are these funding bills directed towards the African American communities are a form of subtle reparation? Join us and our special guest Reggie Gibbs and Michael Cheeks as break down these opportunities. Support the Show.…

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Ep. 35 (Previously Aired) Women's Empowerment on the Urban Politician Show 1:29:04

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Today on the Urban Politician Show, Co-Host Jynsen Henry takes over with three guests. March is women's month on The Urban Politician and we've got three powerful women business owners to talk about how politics affects them. Politics is the management system of our economy and these women Empress J of PUMPS for Women, Maudelyne Green owner and che…

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Ep. 34 Murderous Police Officers 1:25:31

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Today on the Urban Politician, it feels like deja vu in America. There's another Black young man shot and killed by a police officer not far from where George Floyd and Philando Castile were murdered by police. What happened, and what can we do to stop this from happening in the future? Also, we are reminded, "Fear Sells" as a CNN Technical Directo…

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Ep. 33 Why is the Georgia Election bill considered Jim Crow II? 1:24:44

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Today on the Urban Politician, Kazemde Ajamu tells the story of the Fabled City of Pali and discusses the motivation behind his book, "Think Black, The Manifesto". Updates on the Urban Politician Alliance and finally, why are the voter suppression bills from Georgia so serious they're being called the 2nd Jim Crow? Donate to the Urban Politician Al…

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Ep. 32 Jim Crow Corporate Sponsors and George Floyd 1:25:15

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Today The Urban Politician will enlighten us on the corporate sponsors behind the voter suppression laws being proposed and passed throughout the nation, as well as discussing the emotional trial of Derek Chauvin on the death of George Floyd. We also remember the George Floyd Bill is currently hung up in the Senate. Support the Show.…

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Ep 31 The Bufoonery of the Georgia Legislators 1:12:40

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Today's show The Urban Politician discusses the voter suppression bill that was passed this week. We look at legislation passed in Indiana for an example of what can be done to fight the powers that are pushing for these laws throughout the country. We identify the company's that funded these laws in Georgia and what we can do throughout the nation…

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Ep. 30 Women's Empowerment on the Urban Politician Show 1:29:04

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Today on the Urban Politician Show, Co-Host Jynsen Henry takes over with three guests. March is women's month on The Urban Politician and we've got three powerful women business owners to talk about how politics affects them. Politics is the management system of our economy and these women Empress J of PUMPS for Women, Maudelyne Green owner and che…

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Ep. 29 A Conversation with Ga. St. Representative Dar'shun Kendrick 1:12:17

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Georgia State Rep Dar'shun Kendrick takes a break from the Georgia legislative session to talk to The Urban Politician about HB 69, from the Judiciary Committee, which includes the removal of Qualified Immunity for bad law enforcement officers as well as an insurance requirement sponsored by Chuck Efstration HB 43, from the Public Safety and Homela…

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Ep. 28 Puttin' In The Work. What is our responsibility? 59:33

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Today we are discussing the Black Dot Leadership Academy and the Urban Politician Alliance. The difference between Black Nationalism and White Nationalism. The Crown Act was passed in New Jersey, New York, and California. Why is this necessary? Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 27 Why Aren't Our Issues Being Addressed by the Biden Administration 1:10:55

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With all the conversations on Capitol Hill, are Black issues being prioritized, and if not why not? Today on The Urban Politician we examine what happened in the cases of the police officers in Colorado and Rochester, NY. To better understand what is happening, we need to understand the "Filibuster" and how it is affecting the George Floyd Bill and…

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Ep. 26 REPUBLICAN FEAR OF A BLACK VOTER TURNOUT IN 2021 & 2022 1:01:11

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The Urban Politician Show breaks down Georgia voter suppression legislation and what we can do to stop it, with Guest Speaker Atty & Former Mayor Deborah A. Jackson Proposed voting restrictions in Georgia Census Bureau & Redistricting The state legislative process Check out this week's newsletter that includes the links referenced in the show and a…

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Ep. 25 This Is America 1:18:01

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This week, the Senate attempted to convict former president Donald Trump for inciting the insurrection at the Capitol building. During that insurrection, many politicians, including President Joe Biden made statements that "this is not America," but it DID happen in America. Today, on the Urban Politician we will be discussing the realities of Amer…

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Ep. 24 The Miseducation of America 1:14:11

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In this episode of the Urban Politician: what’s happening with Marjorie Taylor Green? Who is she and why is she important? Also, what effect could the current attention on domestic terrorism potentially have on the Black community? Most importantly, the miseducation of America is at the core of all of its problems. The Urban Politician is here to e…

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Ep. 23 Blacklash: White Rage 1:09:29

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There's nothing new under the sun. Every 50/60 years when Black people rise in economic & political power there is a white backlash. Now is the time, politically and socially we need to push through this. We cannot be in fear. At the same time, we cannot relax, winning the battle is not the same as winning the war. Support the Show.…

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Ep. 22 It's time to work! 1:07:16

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Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were sworn in this week. What do we do now? It's time to work! From the city council to federal legislators we must hold our representatives accountable. The Urban Politician walks us through the shortcuts to keep up with what our officials are doing and how to put the pressure on to get the needs of our communities met.…

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Ep. 21 Insurrection and Revolution 1:08:49

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The Republican Party is suffering from a split. Was the insurrection we saw at the capitol the beginning of a revolution within the party? What is our part to play as we watch these events unfold and what could this mean for Black people? We do not own the rights to this music. Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 20 "DID GEORGIA TURN BLUE?" NOT YET! 1:15:27

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A LOT happened this week! In this episode, The Urban Politician covers the good, the bad, and the ugly. Also, the GA Senate race culminated in the election of Democrats Warnock and Ossoff. However, elections are a small part of the process. We must prepare for the years to come. In the spirit of preparing for years to come, we have some announcemen…

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Ep. 19 (Previously Aired) Politics is the Management System of our Economy 1:00:24

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We are taking a week off to prepare for Season 2 of The Urban Politician Show. Season 2 will go live on Facebook and YouTube as well as continuing on this great podcast platform. Join us for our Inaugural Show as we discuss the necessity of engaging in the political system. It touches every area of people activity. Neely Fuller, Jr. categorized the…

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Ep. 18 All Eyes on Georgia 1:11:44

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With the Georgia Senate races a couple of weeks away, the Urban Politician Show discusses Senate Candidates John Ossoff and Raphael Warnock's visit to downtown Lithonia. We reveal what our thoughts are about John Ossoff after spending time with him in Black Dot Cultural Center. We round the show off with our opinion of the Warnock/Loeffler debate a…

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Ep. 17 Dr. Leslie T Fenwick for United States Secretary of Education? She is on the short list. 1:03:52

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It's time to harness our political power by pushing President-Elect Biden to nominate Dr. Leslie Fenwick as the 1st Black Woman Secretary of Education. Not just any Black Woman, but one who is extremely qualified for the position. Why are there crickets on the Secretary of Education potential nominee? One of the top two candidates is Dr. Leslie Fen…

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Ep. 15 Local Politics: Where the fight Is! 1:06:15

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The Urban Politician Show uses an example of a City Council meeting to demonstrate why it's important to not just vote, but know who you're voting for, why it's important to engage in city council meetings and you're local politicians, and most importantly, why it's important to fight through the madness. Support the Show.…

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Ep.14 A Conversation with Renowned Poet and Activist Karega Ani 1:12:09

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The Urban Politician Show discusses social and political issues that impact the Black community with Poet Karega Ani. Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 13 Biden Won! Now What? 56:04

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What happened to the 2020 election results? Is what Trump’s campaign team doing legal? Are Warnock and Ossoff branding their message or their potential impact properly? In this episode, the Urban Politician takes us back to civics class and explains everything, 2020 Election results, the election certification process, the Georgia senate race, and …

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Ep. 12 The Politics of Education ft. Dr. Chike Akua 46:36

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EDUCATORS AND PARENTS! Master teacher and lecturer Dr. Chike Akua breaks down what an African/African American Centered Education means, why is it important, and how it benefits our children? We also discussed which States have passed laws to infuse this curriculum and the challenges to fully implement. Support the Show.…

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Ep. 11 Origins of The New Black Wall Street 1:03:40

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The Urban Politician Show discusses the origins of the New Black Wall Street on Swift and Main in downtown Lithonia with guest Jhavaun Green (Owner of Green Love Kitchen and Muhammad Cannon (Financial Freedom Fighter Youth Academy (www.ourfff.academy ). We recount how these brilliant brothers came up with a great educational concept for a school on…

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Ep. 10 The Urban Politician Show interviews U.S. Senate Candidate Deborah Jackson 59:18

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Former Lithonia City Mayor and Attorney Deborah Jackson is running for the United States Senate seat in the State of Georgia. We examined what lead her to become an attorney and ultimately running for office. We define what it is to be a policy wonk and why the Black community should expect this quality in its representatives. Support the Show.…

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Ep. 9 "Trump’s A Boss" Or Is He? 57:38

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There’s no debate, Trump has a lot of experience with publicity, but is he actually getting the things done that he promised during his campaign and if he isn’t, why, and can we trust any of the promises he makes during this campaign to include the things he claims he would do for Black America. Read more about this show on our blog page Support th…

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Ep. 8 Breaking Down Kamala Harris Record 1:38:03

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Democratic Vice President Nominee Kamala Harris has come under heavy scrutiny for her record as San Francisco District Attorney and California Attorney General. The Urban Politician Show has done its homework and exposed the propaganda with facts. Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 7 Consciousness and Politics: We Better Check Ourselves, Before We Wreck Ourselves ft. Oronde Yero 1:38:00

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How do consciousness and politics intersect? Is the conscious community being manipulated by fake news and conspiracy theories? Join us as we discuss with our special guest Oronde Yero, how we break through the conspiracy noise and confusion. Please support us on Patreon where you can listen to our bonus shows. Support the Show.…

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The 2020 Census: All the Reason Why You Should Fill it Out! 11:04

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The Urban Politician Show along with guest speaker Pat Clay discusses the misleading information given to Black and Brown people about the Census. Listen as we give our community all the reasons why we should and must. Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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Ep. 6 Why Should I Vote? Featuring Special Guest Pat Clay 55:57

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With just over a month to go before Election Day, many of are lost and confused. Vote or stay home? And what is the lesser of two evils anyway? Is there a more strategic way to make this difficult, but vital decision?You may not have the time to educate yourself about what's really going on, but that is why The Urban Politician is here for you.Tune…

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Ep. 5 Unpacking the Political Myth about Trump. 1:01:32

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Trump claims to have done more for Black folks than any other President except possibly President Lincoln. Problem is, some Black folks believe that he has. Particularly with the funding of HBCU's and the First Step Act (Prison Reform). Listen to how we unpack and expose the lie. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please email us at …

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Ep. 4 (Part 2) How Do We Achieve Police Reform? 58:18

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“Miss, I’ve been arrested 16 times and I have no charges. Now, what does that tell you?” -16-year-old from Fort Lauderdale “I get pulled over all the time. They just like messing with me.” -Ellenwood, GA homeowner In this show, The Urban Politician breaks down how to stop the police from harassing the community, felon’s voting rights, how the City …

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Ep. 3 How Do We Achieve Police Reform? (Part 1) 1:00:24

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The George Floyd Bill has passed the House of Representatives and is held up in the Senate. However, it doesn't go far enough. --- Support this podcast: Support the Show.By Kazemde Ajamu

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