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  • Another Un-hinged week

    Another Un-hinged week
    2026/05/25
    On today’s episode of Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton opens the week amid renewed concerns over political violence following another alarming incident near President Trump, a shooting outside the White House that left the suspected gunman dead and at least one person injured. Sharpton also examines the political fallout from soaring gas prices tied to Trump’s escalating conflict with Iran, as the president’s approval ratings continue to slide. But instead of focusing on domestic policy or easing voter frustrations, Trump is drawing attention to his controversial ballroom project and using the latest violence to defend its necessity despite resistance from Senate Republicans over taxpayer funding. Plus, growing scrutiny over the president’s proposed $1.8 billion fund tied to convicted extremists and white supremacists is creating rare tensions within the GOP, raising questions about party unity with the midterm elections just months away. All this and more on this edition of Politics Nation. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    41 分
  • Reparation Discrimination

    Reparation Discrimination
    2026/05/23
    On Politics Nation, Reverend Al Sharpton covers President Trump’s push for a $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund to reward political allies, including January 6th participants—a plan so extreme some Republicans refused to support it. Sharpton contrasts this swift action with decades of stalled reparations efforts for African Americans, arguing that Republican resistance to Trump’s power comes too late and predicting increased demands for justice if Democrats return to power. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    45 分
  • Anger To Action

    Anger To Action
    2026/05/17
    On today’s episode of PoliticsNation, Rev. Al Sharpton examines how this week’s primary elections could become a major test of voter frustration following the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Louisiana v. Callais. The ruling effectively gutted the Voting Rights Act. As voters across several states head to the polls, the episode explores how Americans are evaluating both President Trump’s leadership and the Democratic opposition ahead of the 2026 midterms. Sharpton also highlights growing concerns among Black voters in Southern states where voting rights advocates warn of increasing threats to political representation and ballot access. Following a weekend of voting rights rallies, the program focuses on the stakes of the upcoming elections and the broader fight over democracy, representation, and Black political power in America. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    41 分
  • All Roads Lead South

    All Roads Lead South
    2026/05/16
    On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Rev. Al Sharpton opened with a live report from Selma, Alabama — one of the most historic centers of the Civil Rights Movement — where demonstrators gathered to protest Republican-led gerrymandering efforts unfolding across the South. Faith leaders, activists, and political organizers assembled in Selma, Montgomery, and other cities nationwide, warning against what they describe as attempts to roll back decades of Black political progress in order to preserve Republican control of Congress and support President Donald Trump’s political agenda. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    42 分
  • New Reality

    New Reality
    2026/05/11
    On today’s episode of Politics Nation, Rev. Al Sharpton examines how the 2026 midterm landscape is rapidly shifting after major court rulings on voting rights and redistricting. For months, Democrats hoped President Trump’s declining poll numbers would help them regain control of Congress. But recent decisions by the U.S. Supreme Court and the Virginia Supreme Court have reshaped the political battlefield, potentially favoring Republicans ahead of November. Sharpton discusses how GOP-led states across the South and Midwest are moving quickly to redraw congressional maps, while Democrats face legal and political setbacks. The episode features Democratic lawmakers and candidates navigating the growing redistricting fight and its impact on the balance of power in Washington. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    42 分
  • Gut Punch!

    Gut Punch!
    2026/05/10
    On today's episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton examines the escalating national battle over redistricting and voting rights as Republicans push new congressional maps ahead of the midterm elections. Following a Virginia Supreme Court decision striking down the state’s Democratic-favored voting map, lawmakers across the South and Midwest are advancing controversial redistricting efforts amid renewed debate over the Voting Rights Act and minority representation. The discussion highlights growing concerns over the future of Black and Brown voting districts in states like Tennessee, where new maps have sparked criticism over transparency and voter input. The episode also explores former President Donald Trump’s influence on Republican lawmakers during the redistricting process and features conversations with regional Democratic leaders on the front lines of the fight over representation, voting power, and the balance of Congress. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    43 分
  • Aftermath

    Aftermath
    2026/05/07
    On today’s episode of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton takes a closer look at a pivotal moment for Black voters as the Supreme Court’s ruling on Louisiana voting maps sparks legal challenges, accelerates redistricting efforts across the South, and raises new concerns about fair representation ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    42 分
  • Flash Point

    Flash Point
    2026/05/02
    On a special “Flash Point” edition of Politics Nation, host Reverend Al Sharpton examines the sweeping implications of a historic Supreme Court ruling on Black congressional districts in Louisiana. The decision, issued by the conservative-led court, has intensified the national battle over voting rights by undermining key protections long associated with the Voting Rights Act and raising concerns about the future of majority-Black districts across the South. The ruling has already triggered political fallout, with Louisiana’s governor halting ongoing primaries to redraw congressional maps that could further shift the balance of power toward Republicans. Sharpton frames the moment as both a critical challenge for Democrats aiming to regain control of Congress and a broader test for the durability of civil rights gains achieved over decades. The episode explores the possibility that the decision signals a turning point in American democracy, with potential consequences for representation, electoral fairness, and the legacy of the civil rights movement. Featuring a lineup of prominent voices, including affected Louisiana lawmakers, Congressional Black Caucus leadership, and historic figures in Black political leadership, the program offers a wide-ranging discussion on the ruling’s legal, political, and social impact. To listen to the shows in this feed and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. You'll also get exclusive bonus content and early access to select shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    47 分