The only problem I have with some of this is labelling NPR as a bastion of Liberal elitism. NPR may have started long ago with a central Liberal ideology, but it was co-opted long ago by Democrat Party Loyalists with a Party agenda as its central core.
These guys want to see people out there protesting in the streets again? The new changes have been digitized since the occupy movement. The issue with the occupy movement was the overwhelming craziness also exemplified by the Tea Party. Two polar opposites doing the same exact thing. These dudes feel like they deserve to be in the cabinet. Resentful.
I cried when Smiley and West was cancelled. How do I, a brother in Los Angeles, hear the show in my car, or at the beach, or whatever, without the streaming capability on a computer when at home?
Harjinder, Dr West has been reaching out to the occupy movement for over a year! Do a search on youtube and you'll see him at various occupy events in America, not to mention "stop and frisk" demonstrations also.
Now that Mr. Obama is in his second term and doesn't have to think about re-election it is time to hold his feet to the fire and remind him about what he owes to the base that elected him. We need another sweeping reform of welfare, change it from a system that guarantees dependence instead of independence. How can a person go forward if they are penalized for every small gain they make.
Dr. West & Mr.Smiley this was a great video. I was wondering if you have reached out to the Occupy movement? I hope that you will be able to. Good work gentlemen!! Keep it up!
West and Smiley do an excellent job bringing forward the issue of political influence on WBEZ and the detriment to diversification of public media. This is a matter of great concern and a refection of elite power which doesn't serve the interests of people. Consider how mainstream media bashed OWS after ignoring their message. Consider the significance of the NDAA on journalists the continued pursuit despite the court's ruling. Then think about the militarization of our police durng NATO
Liked your comment, but have one question: did you mean a populist agenda? Populace is closer to population in meaning, whereas populist means more "for the people", or an agenda focused on the little guy/common man.
I understand and agree what their saying however we both know the power at hand would not allow it and by doing it would only get him immediately impeached. You wasn't bashing previous presidents who oppose assistance. Why think because a black man is in "power" he should tackle those things head on.
Ty for being responsible journalists.
this clip aged super well
I love how Tavis and West calls b.s. on the so-called “liberal media”.
The only problem I have with some of this is labelling NPR as a bastion of Liberal elitism.
NPR may have started long ago with a central Liberal ideology, but it was co-opted long ago by Democrat Party Loyalists with a Party agenda as its central core.
These guys want to see people out there protesting in the streets again? The new changes have been digitized since the occupy movement. The issue with the occupy movement was the overwhelming craziness also exemplified by the Tea Party. Two polar opposites doing the same exact thing. These dudes feel like they deserve to be in the cabinet. Resentful.
Classic brothers on a noble mission and I am proud to look up to these men that are highly intellectual giants in the black community.
I might not agree with everything said but... THIS IS BRILLIANT!
I cried when Smiley and West was cancelled. How do I, a brother in Los Angeles, hear the show in my car, or at the beach, or whatever, without the streaming capability on a computer when at home?
Thank god for West! Brilliant mind and truth speaker
Speak up brothers!
indead thank you democracy now
amazing we even need to thank journalist for doing their job correctly and not corruptly.
Harjinder, Dr West has been reaching out to the occupy movement for over a year! Do a search on youtube and you'll see him at various occupy events in America, not to mention "stop and frisk" demonstrations also.
How is corporate stranglehold on the democrat party elitist? Blame the corporate centrists.
Now that Mr. Obama is in his second term and doesn't have to think about re-election it is time to hold his feet to the fire and remind him about what he owes to the base that elected him. We need another sweeping reform of welfare, change it from a system that guarantees dependence instead of independence. How can a person go forward if they are penalized for every small gain they make.
Dr. West & Mr.Smiley this was a great video. I was wondering if you have reached out to the Occupy movement? I hope that you will be able to. Good work gentlemen!! Keep it up!
so much has happened since Occupy ...
now i see why Cornel West got blacklisted by the MSM during the Obama years.
West and Smiley do an excellent job bringing forward the issue of political influence on WBEZ and the detriment to diversification of public media.
This is a matter of great concern and a refection of elite power which doesn't serve the interests of people. Consider how mainstream media bashed OWS after ignoring their message. Consider the significance of the NDAA on journalists the continued pursuit despite the court's ruling. Then think about the militarization of our police durng NATO
Progressive...he didn't change anything for brothers and sisters in the HOOD!
Liked your comment, but have one question: did you mean a populist agenda? Populace is closer to population in meaning, whereas populist means more "for the people", or an agenda focused on the little guy/common man.
Why doesn't Democracy Now ever have Minister Louis Farrakhan. He makes your two guests look like high school kids.
His "hometown?" How many places is this guy from?
I understand and agree what their saying however we both know the power at hand would not allow it and by doing it would only get him immediately impeached. You wasn't bashing previous presidents who oppose assistance. Why think because a black man is in "power" he should tackle those things head on.