Saturday, September 1, 2012

The RNC Fact-checked & Labor Day Parade


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The RNC 2012 Fact-checked

The highly anticipated 2012 Republican National Convention took place last week and featured a number of GOP heavyweights like former Sectary of State Condoleezza Rice and Tea Party favorite Sen. Marco Rubio who endorsed Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney.  We'll take a look at some of the highlights from the convention and debunk the misinformation and untruths that were told featuring:
POLITICO Reporter Tim Mak 

Should The West Indian American Day Parade Be Cancelled?
Since the 1960's West Indian Americans have been celebrating the history, culture and unity of the Caribbean at the annual West Indian American Day Parade on Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, NY. However in recent years fatal shootings and gun violence in midst of the festivities have overshadowed the spirit and purpose of the parade. We'll talk to the president of the West Indian American Day Parade Association Thomas Bailey to see if there is a correlation between this day of Caribbean pride and violence and what should be done to put an end to the mayhem.

Also, we'll get you up to speed about voter registration info so that you can #BeHeard at the 2012 elections during the 
"Quickie"

And, of course, we'll share the quirky, funny and moving news headlines that we found throughout the week during the 
"News Round Up"
 

Let Your Voice Be Heard! radio broadcasts live from WHCR 90.3 FM Radio
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Friday, August 10, 2012

Islamophobia & the Sikh Temple Shooting And Gentrification



Broadcasting Live From WHCR 90.3 FM Radio
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Islamophobia:
America's Not-So-Secret Fear of the Muslim Community & It's Impact on Sikhs & Others

The recent shooting at a Sikh temple in Wisconsin has once again drawn our attention to an issue we know is there, but as a country refuse to address. Ever since the tragic events of 9/11, Islamophobia and anti-Muslim sentiment has become an epidemic. Because Sikh faith-based believers are commonly mistaken for being Muslims , they too have been the victims of Islamophobic attacks. We'll speak to speaker, writer and activist Anya Cordell about the Sikh community's reaction to the Wisconsin shooting and putting an end to targeted hate speech and crimes against Islamic and Sikh communities.

Gentrification:
How It's Changing & Affecting Black & Brown Communities
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The process of gentrification occurs when wealthier people buy or rent out property in low income communities, driving up rents and displacing long-term residents. With more money funneled into these communities, many have noticed that areas once downtrodden and neglected are becoming cleaner and safer. But the cost is not cheap, as many long-time, hard-working residents are literally forced out of their homes as the price of rent, goods & services skyrocket. So who really benefits? We'll talk about the racial and socioeconomic factors of gentrification and its affects on communities of color featuring: Dr. Mindy Fullilove, the author of “Root Shock: How Tearing Up City Neighborhoods Hurts America, and What We Can Do About It.”

Also, find out how Obama is changing the "work for welfare" requirement rules during the 
"Quickie"

And, of course, we'll share the quirky, funny and moving news headlines that we found throughout the week during the 
"News Round Up"
 

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Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Thoughts From An Inner City Survivor

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Saturday, August 4, 2012

Hate Speech vs. Free Speech and the Dwindling Middle Class


Broadcasting Live From WHCR 90.3 FM Radio
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Hate Speech vs. Free Speech

For the past few weeks, Chick-fil-A has been under fire since its COO Dan Cathy publicly condemned same-sex marriage.   The LGBT community and liberal politicans have called for a boycott against the fast food chain and the mayors of Chicago and Boston have gone as far as to suggest banning the restaurant from their cities.  We'll talk to a gay rights activist who says this is a matter of hate speech as well as a Chick-fil-A supporter who back's Dan Cathy's right to free speech. Featuring:
Dave Rubin
a stand-up comedian, televsion personality and host of The Six Pack on Sirius XM
and
Adam Robinson
ChicagoGOP Chairman

What Happened To The Middle Class?
 
For many Americans, today's tough economic times are only getting worse. According to a recent article in the New York Times, there is a growing disparity between the haves and the haves not and, as a result, the middle class continues to decrease.  We'll talk about how the shrinking middle class affects you as well as how Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romeny's tax plan might hurt the middle class.
Also, find out how Obama's Affordable Care Act healthcare law affects women during the 
"Quickie"

And, of course, we'll share the quirky, funny and moving news headlines that we found throughout the week during the 
News Round Up
 


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Saturday, July 28, 2012

Our Favorite Interviews At WHCR!


Broadcasting Live From WHCR 90.3 FM Radio
You can listen online at www.whcr.org, but residents in Harlem, upper Manhattan, the central and lower Bronx and some parts of Queens can tune in on your radio dial at 90.3FM.

This week check out some of our favorite interviews at WHCR 90.3fm starting with:
Our In Studio Interview With 
NYC Councilman Robert Jackson
Hear our open and honest discussion with the Harlem representative about the NYC budget & education
And 
"Let's Talk About Sex"
 
An in depth debate about the pressures that young people face in regards to sexuality. We’ll touch on issues such as abstinence, sexual liberation, and anxiety amongst youth featuring:
Dr. Nanci Coppola
The Executive Director of Program Reach and the Healthy Respect Program
and
Soraya L. Chemaly
A feminist writer/commentator for the Huffington Post, The Feminist Wire and BitchFlicks


We'll also keep you posted about the latest conflict in Syria and the affects it will have on American interests during the 
"Quickie"

And, of course, we'll share with you the quirky, funny and moving news headlines that we found throughout the week during the 
News Round Up
 


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Our mission is to inform, educate, and empower young  urban adults and provide a platform for young adults to confront, challenge and make changes to the issues we see in 
politics, media, pop culture and current events.

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Saturday, July 21, 2012

Gun Laws & What has Obama Done for You?


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 Gun Violence
Is The Colorado Movie Massacre A Call For Stricter Gun Laws?
Because of the rise of gun violence across the nation and the senseless shooting of 70 victims by a movie goer in Colorado, we'll examine possible solutions to stop the violence from both sides of the gun rights debate featuring:                                             
Benjamin Van Houten, Managing attorney at the
Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence 
and
A spokesperson from the 
Buckeye Firearms Association

What Has Obama Done For You?
  
Is President Obama doing enough for African Americans, the constituents who voted him into office in the highest numbers? During President Roosevelt's years in office he solidified social reform and transformed the country.  We'll talk discuss if Obama has done his job and if he deserves your vote featuring:                                                                     
Brian Benjamin 
A community organizer for Organizing for America and founder of Young Professionals United for Change. 
& 
Byron Donalds 
A Republican Congressional candidate and member of the Naples Tea Party Leadership Council

Also, this week on the "Quickie" we'll be filling you in about the
Disclosure Act
                          
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Our mission is to inform, educate, and empower young  urban adults and provide a platform for young adults to confront, challenge and make changes to the issues we see in 
politics, media, pop culture and current events.
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Be Heard!
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Saturday, July 7, 2012

"Lets Talk About Sex" & Councilmen Jackson is in the Building


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In studio Interview w/NYC Councilman Robert Jackson
We'll talk about the city budget, eductaion and current events inside City Hall.

"Let's Talk about Sex"

 
“If you love me you will do it”, “young ladies don’t sleep around”, “dude, you’re still a virgin”, these are comments that we’ve all heard in different shapes and forms. Patricia will host a discussion about the pressures that young people face in regards to sexuality. We’ll touch on issues such as abstinence, sexual liberation, and anxiety amongst young men.
Special Guests
Dr. Nanci Coppola-The Executive Director of Program Reach and the Healthy Respect Program
Soraya L. Chemaly- A feminism, gender, and culture commentator for the Huffington Post, The Feminist Wire, RHReality, Alternet, BitchFlicks, and Fem2.0 among others.
"Quickie" with Selena
Eric Holder Update


 
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  Let Your Voice Be Heard airs every Sunday from 11am-1pm EST
Our mission is to inform, educate, and empower young  urban adults and provide a platform for young adults to confront, challenge and make changes to the issues we see in 
politics, media, pop culture and current events.

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