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Voicemail Refuses to Die
In spite of all its limitations—and even because of them—the technology still has a purpose.
U.S. prices pick up, showing inflation pressures persist
The Fed is paying particular attention to so-called core prices, which exclude volatile food and energy costs and are regarded as a better gauge of longer-term inflation trends.
The under-the-radar issues that could shake up 2024
POLITICO asked a panel of strategists and elected officials what under-the-radar issue they think could play an outsize role in 2024.
US economy grew at weak 1.1% rate in Q1 in sign of slowdown
The slowdown reflects the impact of the Fed’s aggressive drive to tame inflation.
“By Any Means Necessary”: Watch Malcolm X’s Speech on Racism & Self-Defense at Audubon Ballroom
Malcolm X was born 98 years ago today, on May 19, 1925, and assassinated at age 39 on February 21, 1965, as he spoke before a packed audience in the Audubon Ballroom in New York City. We end today’s show remembering his life and legacy with an excerpt of a speech Malcolm X gave at the Audubon Ballroom about half a year earlier called “By Any Means Necessary.
Ben Crump, Attorney for Malcolm X’s Family: “We Refuse to Let Anybody Exterminate Black History”
We hear from civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who filed a $100 million wrongful death lawsuit this year on behalf of the family of Malcolm X against the FBI, the CIA, New York City and state, the NYPD and the District Attorney’s Office for concealing evidence of their involvement in Malcolm X’s 1965 assassination.
Malcolm X at 98: Angela Davis on His Enduring Legacy & the “Long Struggle for Liberation”
We dedicate the show to remembering Malcolm X on what would have been his 98th birthday Friday. We begin with an address by world-renowned abolitionist, author and activist Angela Davis on Malcolm’s legacy, attacks on the teaching of Black history by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and more. “This is a time to reflect deeply on the long struggle for liberation,” Davis said.
AI Expert: We Urgently Need Ethical Guidelines & Safeguards to Limit Risks of Artificial Intelligence
In a dramatic hearing Tuesday, the CEO of the startup behind ChatGPT warned Congress about the dangers of artificial intelligence — his company’s own product. We discuss how to regulate AI and establish ethical guidelines with Marc Rotenberg, executive director of the Center for AI and Digital Policy. “We don’t have the expertise in government for the rapid technological change that’s now taking place,” says Rotenberg.
Former Florida GOP Rep. Considers Drastic Move Because Of Gov. Ron DeSantis
The potential GOP 2024 presidential candidate’s policies have David Jolly pondering a big change for his family.
Ex-White House Lawyer Says Evidence Is Stacked Against Trump In Documents Case
Ty Cobb is confident the Department of Justice has a “tight case” against the former president that will land him in prison.
GOP Senator Thinks Trump Can’t Win A General Election For President
Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy cited recent elections where Trump-supported Senate candidates in swing states all lost their races.
NAACP Warns Against Travel To Florida Over Ron DeSantis’ ‘Openly Hostile’ Politics
The Republican governor and potential 2024 candidate is accused of attempting to erase Black history and restrict diversity, equity and inclusion.
Biden, McCarthy To Meet Monday For Debt Limit Talks
President Joe Biden says Republicans in the U.S. House must move off their “extreme positions” on the now-stalled talks over raising America’s debt limit.
The debt ceiling deal could make America’s STD problem much worse
Negotiations between Biden and GOP leaders are targeting public health dollars slated for combating record infection rates.
Federal judges grill Biden administration on abortion pill
During a two-hour oral argument, the judges appeared sympathetic to an anti-abortion medical group seeking to revoke the FDA’s approval of mifepristone.
What’s in Sanders’ ‘bold’ plan for health care
His effort is the latest sign the progressive stalwart is toggling between his activist persona while pressing for a deal on what he thinks can pass a narrowly divided Senate.
Dems split on whether parents must know their child is having an abortion
As legislative sessions come to a close, state lawmakers are divided over whether children and teenagers should be able to have an abortion without telling their parents.
North Carolina lawmakers override governor’s veto, ban abortion after 1st trimester
Most abortions will be restricted to the first 12 weeks of pregnancy starting July 1
Martin Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon Is a Triumph
The highly anticipated adaptation of David Grann’s book is extraordinary filmmaking—and a big win for Apple TV+.
Brittney Griner Has the Right to Change Her Mind
The WNBA player has a different perspective on “The Star-Spangled Banner” but hasn’t given up the cause of justice.
Graduation Wisdom That Never Gets Old
Atlantic writers offer advice for managing uncertainty at any age.
What the “Stealth Wealth” Obsession Reveals
Social media’s fashion detectives are underscoring the chasm between the one-percenters and everyone else.
U.S. prices pick up, showing inflation pressures persist
The Fed is paying particular attention to so-called core prices, which exclude volatile food and energy costs and are regarded as a better gauge of longer-term inflation trends.
The under-the-radar issues that could shake up 2024
POLITICO asked a panel of strategists and elected officials what under-the-radar issue they think could play an outsize role in 2024.
US economy grew at weak 1.1% rate in Q1 in sign of slowdown
The slowdown reflects the impact of the Fed’s aggressive drive to tame inflation.
“By Any Means Necessary”: Watch Malcolm X’s Speech on Racism & Self-Defense at Audubon Ballroom
Malcolm X was born 98 years ago today, on May 19, 1925, and assassinated at age 39 on February 21, 1965, as he spoke before a packed audience in the Audubon Ballroom in New York City. We end today’s show remembering his life and legacy with an excerpt of a speech Malcolm X gave at the Audubon Ballroom about half a year earlier called “By Any Means Necessary.
Ben Crump, Attorney for Malcolm X’s Family: “We Refuse to Let Anybody Exterminate Black History”
We hear from civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who filed a $100 million wrongful death lawsuit this year on behalf of the family of Malcolm X against the FBI, the CIA, New York City and state, the NYPD and the District Attorney’s Office for concealing evidence of their involvement in Malcolm X’s 1965 assassination.
Malcolm X at 98: Angela Davis on His Enduring Legacy & the “Long Struggle for Liberation”
We dedicate the show to remembering Malcolm X on what would have been his 98th birthday Friday. We begin with an address by world-renowned abolitionist, author and activist Angela Davis on Malcolm’s legacy, attacks on the teaching of Black history by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and more. “This is a time to reflect deeply on the long struggle for liberation,” Davis said.