Democrats chart new vision at convention, Gang of Four tours for last time

Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Democrats chart new vision at convention, Gang of Four tours for last time

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Published on Jun 2, 2025, 6:25:32 PM
Total time: 00:50:54

Episode Description

Mohamed Sabry Soliman attacked protesters in Boulder who were calling for the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza. Hours beforehand, Israeli soldiers reportedly shot and killed more than 20 Palestinians who were trying to get food aid.

The CA Democratic Convention took place in Anaheim over the weekend, where Tim Walz delivered a fiery speech calling out his party, gubernatorial hopefuls vied for attention, and Kamala Harris made a remote video address as the party grappled with its future.

Several federal discrimination cases are falling apart as the Trump administration abandons a core aspect of civil rights law known as “disparate impact.”

Blending punk, disco, reggae, and funk, with a dash of Marxist theory, Gang of Four offered the sound of dissent for many in Margaret Thatcher’s Britain. Last week, the remaining members wrapped up their farewell tour.

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Host Madeleine Brand looks at news, culture and emerging trends through the lens of Los Angeles.