In the News: The Role of the Racist Mob in American Politics

In the News: The Role of the Racist Mob in American Politics

On today's "In the News" roundtable, Brian Becker, Nicole Roussell, Esther Iverem and Walter Smolarek discuss how politicians throughout U.S. history have incited racist mobs to carry out acts of violence, how this long standing trend manifested in the January 6 attack on the Capitol Building, and a roundup of national and international headlines.

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The Real Story: What is Biden Planning?

The Real Story: What is Biden Planning?

Under the cloud of a massive military occupation of Washington DC Joe Biden was sworn in as the 46th president. In a highly polarized country Biden announced 17 Executive Orders and started unveilin...

21 Jan 202152min

Capitalism in Crisis: Biden's "Relief" Package an Insult to the Working Class

Capitalism in Crisis: Biden's "Relief" Package an Insult to the Working Class

On this week's episode of The Socialist Program's regular segment "Capitalism in Crisis" with Prof. Richard Wolff, we discuss the economic stimulus bill proposed by President Biden and how it fall...

20 Jan 202127min

In the News: Understanding the Fascist Menace

In the News: Understanding the Fascist Menace

On today's "In the News" roundtable, Brian Becker, Nicole Roussell, Esther Iverem and Walter Smolarek continue our coverage of the aftermath of the assault on the Capitol Building, with a focus on t...

19 Jan 202155min

Special Episode: Racism, Fascism, & the New Book "The Bittersweet Science"

Special Episode: Racism, Fascism, & the New Book "The Bittersweet Science"

Dr. Gerald Horne offers his insights and historical perspective on the fascist-led mob that seized temporary control of the Capitol Building and dispersed Congress for hours in an effort to alter the ...

15 Jan 20211h 11min

The Real Story: The Fascist Assault -- The Ruling Class Response

The Real Story: The Fascist Assault -- The Ruling Class Response

Various ruling class factions, including the Joint Chiefs of Staff, have coalesced against Trump and the fascist-led insurrection against Congress. What comes next?

14 Jan 202150min

Capitalism in Crisis: Economics and the Rise of Fascism

Capitalism in Crisis: Economics and the Rise of Fascism

On this week's episode of The Socialist Program's regular segment "Capitalism in Crisis" with Prof. Richard Wolff, we discuss the role played by economic factors in the growth of fascist movements. Br...

13 Jan 202133min

In the News: Fighting Fascism

In the News: Fighting Fascism

On today's In the News roundtable, Brian Becker, Nicole Roussell, Esther Iverem and Walter Smolarek discuss the rising tide of the fascist movement in the United States amid the pro-Trump mob's seizur...

12 Jan 202149min

The Real Story: Fascist Takeover in DC Isolates Trump

The Real Story: Fascist Takeover in DC Isolates Trump

Donald Trump forfeited all support from establishment forces when he incited a fascist assault against the sitting U.S. Congress. Was there police and military collusion that allowed fascist forces to...

7 Jan 202134min

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