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CUNY TV's Let It Rip

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Let It Rip is an unapologetic progressive news and commentary program delivering fact-based information on the issues that are impacting our everyday lives. Convening distinguished academic scholars, notable community advocates, and prominent elected-officials to focus on solutions to complex matters with style and passion. Ripping through the noise and going beyond the headlines for truth and accountability.

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Incarceration In America 18.01.2019 27:42

Mike Gilliam explores the systemic and historical realities of mass incarceration in America. He sits down with New York State Assembly Member, Charles Barron, to discuss some new legislation introduced, both on the local and federal level to combat this problem. In addition, he’s also joined by the founder of Re-Entry Rocks, Sharon Richardson, who shared ways her organization is trying to address...

Midterm Analysis 05.12.2018 29:12

Mike Gilliam evaluates the historic 2018 midterm elections. Examining voter turnout, diversity among candidates, and the materialization of the “democratic blue-wave”; and what it does or does not mean for local and national politics. Joined by national political strategist, L. Joy Williams; Activist and attorney, Malaika Jabali; and the former District Leader of the 60th Assembly district in Broo...

NFL Controversies 21.11.2018 27:25

Mike Gilliam tackles the controversy surrounding the NFL and Colin Kaepernick. Joined by New York Giants Super Bowl Champion and broadcaster, Chris Canty; former ESPN sportscaster, Bill Daughtry; former Chairman of the Black Veterans For Social Justice, Job Mashariki; and Midwood High School coach, Jamal Clarke.