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September 11th Families for Peaceful Tomorrows strongly condemns the U.S. and Israeli military attacks on Iran, the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and the use of the military to force regime change. While we stand with the citizens of Iran in support of their civil society efforts to promote democracy within their nation and end the violation of Iranians' human rights, we are deeply concerned that any transition forced by the American and Israeli governments does not hold the interests of Iranian citizens as primary. Group co-founder Colleen Kelly talks to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

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World traveler Stella Roque, a year into wandering through India, Thailand and Nepal, has found a world full of. neighborly people willing to help and listen. She talks with Beyond the Brink Podcast host Rosemary Armao about how the media -- full of reports about war. and terrorism -- mischaracterizes what she actually has found on the ground. The. bad people, she maintains, are in the minority. Hers is a voice of hope and optimism at a time of spreadig violence.Nepa

On February 26, SUNY students held a rally to demand a sanctuary campus at UAlbany. A large group of students and faculty came out to register their concern about ICE operating on campus and to ask the University administration to act to protect the community from persecution by federal immigration enforcers. Paul Stasi is an English professor and the president of the campus chapter of the United University Professionals union: UUP. He addressed the rally and spoke to Moses Nagel about what he saw as the aims and demands expressed there.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine: First, Mark Dunlea tells us about the weakening of climate laws in New York State. Then, we hear a speech from Mayor Mantello of the City of Troy at the recent “We Are The Inventors!” Youth Black History breakfast. Later on, we hear about Dr. Christine Daniels, a cell biologist with research experience in cancer, immunology, molecular biology and stem cell biology. After that, Juan Pantaleon introduces new co-hosts and this next evolution of the Albany Comedy Interview Corner series. Finally, Thom Francis brings us Next Up to the Mic and highlights Melissa Anderson at Mojo's Cafe .

On February 27, the state legislature held the last of its public hearings on the state budget, this time on taxes. We hear from Emily Eisner of the Fiscal Policy Institute and Brahvan Ranga of the Invest In Our New York campaign. We finish with testimony from Feb. 11 by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

This week, Thom Francis welcomes Melissa Anderson to the outdoor stage at Mojo's Cafe for a special reading celebrating poets and writers from the Hudson Valley Writers Guild and two online journals on October 5, 2024. +++++ Between publishing her poetry, performing her work on stage, and running Slam Euphoria, Melissa Anderson is a force in the local poetry community. On a beautiful fall afternoon in 2024, Melissa was joined by poets and writers from the HVWG, Hobo Camp Review, and Trailer Park Quarterly at Mojo's Cafe in downtown Troy. Melissa is a writer, artist, and craftsman. Now a furniture maker by trade, she has worked variously in theater, the fine arts, and leather production, all of which influence her poetry. Like the constellations, she sees poems as navigational, both records of the past and maps forward to the future. Her poetry explores the beauty in the banal and how the things we make help define who we are and the places we call home. Her first collection of poems, Dogstar Poems, was published by Main Street Rag in November 2024. Renowned poet Jared Singer said of Dogstar Poems, “Mellisa Anderson's first book of poetry is an elegy for all she has lost and a treasure map to what she hopes to find. Using clever metaphor and a love for the small moments she invites her reader with her and shares all she has found. She reminds us that simple doesn't mean easy and even winter, even death is finite.”

In recent months Governor Hochul has indicated that she wants to weaken the state's climate law (CLCPA). The state is not on track to meet the goals for using renewable energy for electricity or cutting greenhouse gas emissions. She claims that the world has changed since the climate law was adopted, including the impact of COVID. Her administration last week issued a 3 page memo citing significant cost increases to comply with the climate law. The memo has been harshly criticized by environmental groups who called it purposely misleading and contradictory to the state's previous statements. Groups are holding press conferences around the state to urge lawmakers not to give in to Hochul., including one at the Capitol on Wednesday, March 4. Eric Wood of NYPIRG discusses the situation with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

On February 28th at 8:30pm at the Hilton Garden Inn the Youth Black History Month Breakfast took place in this segment you will hear from Troy Mayor Carmella Mantello giving a speech at the event.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from the protest held at Townsend Park in Albany to protest the joint US and Israel airstrikes in Iran. Then, Sephora Quinones talks with musician Angie Medina about what it means to get musically recognized? Later on, Sina Basila Hickey and Ren Lee of The Sanctuary for Independent Media joins us on air to share what they have planned at the Sanctuary this season. After that, we have our weekly series Everybody Moves. This week we hear from Sena as she shares her immigration journey from Germany to the Capital District. Finally, Mickey Dobbin of Troy Area Labour Federation joins us in the studio to discuss some of the initiatives that the group is currently working on.

Everybody Move Series: Migration Stories from our Community. This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all, as it is a part of the human experience. This episode is a part of Season 2 of the Everybody Moves series. Season 2 features stories collected and produced by a team of students at the University at Albany. This week we feature Ian from the U.S. via the Dominican Republic.

Everybody Move Series: Migration Stories from our Community. This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all, as it is a part of the human experience. This episode is a part of Season 2 of the Everybody Moves series. Season 2 features stories collected and produced by a team of students at the University at Albany. This week we feature Kaila from the U.S. via Haiti

Everybody Move Series: Migration Stories from our Community. This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all, as it is a part of the human experience. This episode is a part of Season 2 of the Everybody Moves series. Season 2 features stories collected and produced by a team of students at the University at Albany. This week we feature Holly from the U.S.

Everybody Move Series: Migration Stories from our Community. This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all, as it is a part of the human experience. This episode is a part of Season 2 of the Everybody Moves series. Season 2 features stories collected and produced by a team of students at the University at Albany. This week we feature Sebastian from Puerto Rico.

On Saturday February 28, the US and Israel began bombing Iran, resulting in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as well as killing several hundred citizens, including over 100 at a girl's school. The attacks came a day after the Trump administration reported that Iran had shown surprising flexibility in negotiations over its nuclear program. Iran has launched missile attacks against Israel and the numerous American bases in neighboring Middle East countries. Congressional Democratic leaders, who helped delay a vote on a War Powers Act until after the attacks, have primarily complained about the process used to launch the war and the lack of clear goals and reasons for the assault. Widespread protests against the US military actions have broken out across the country and globally. Several hundred gathered on Sunday in Townsend Park in Albnay. We hear from Tom Ellis and Eyad Alkurabi of the Palestinian Rights Committee, the lead sponsors of the event. We also hear from Peter LaVenia of the Green Party and Ricky from the Party for Socialism and Liberation.

Everybody Move Series: Migration Stories from our Community. This weekly series profiles the migration stories of members of our community, whether the migration be their own stories of that of their parents or grandparents, and reminds us that migration touches us all, as it is a part of the human experience. This episode is a part of Season 2 of the Everybody Moves series. Season 2 features stories collected and produced by a team of students at the University at Albany. This week we feature Sena from Germany.

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First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from the New York for All Coalition's press conference held in support of the New York For All Act Then, Alexis Agliano-Sanborn joins us to talk about Japan's food education program and school lunch for elementary school students. Later on, Sina Basila Hickey talks to RPI's Center for Deep Listening's inaugural Artist-in-Residence Erik DeLuca about deep listening. After that, Brea Barthel brings us a segment on getting musical instruments to kids Finally, Ellie and Jesse talk about fermenting food scraps before you throw it in the compost heap. Co-Hosts: Richard Sleeper, Ember | Producer: Jacob Boston

On Wednesday, February 25, the New York for All Coalition and allies, held a press conference at State Capitol in support of the New York for All Act . The Act would prevent collusion by local governments with federal immigration authorities, ensuring immigrants—regardless of status— can live and work without fear . We hear from Cassandra Bocanegra, New York Immigration Coalition, Senator Andrew Gounardes and Zellnor Myrie, Jesus a farmworker and Senator Michelle Hinchey. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

We Are the Inventors! is the annual youth Black history breakfast that takes place in Troy NY. This breakfast is taking place this Saturday, February 28th, and one of the organizers is Kevin Pryor, the City of Troy's Director of diversity, opportunity, and outreach and a long time youth organizer and founder of Troy Look. Kevin Pryor joined the Hudson Mohawk Magazine for a live interview.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea speaks with photographer John Bulmer about the efforts to preserve the Dunham Reservoir. Then, Willie Terry brings us to the NYS Association of Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislators' 55th Annual Legislative Conference. Later on, H Bosh Jr talks to Miki Conn, formerly of the Hamilton Hill Arts Center, about wanting more Black history in schools. After that, Carolyn Tennant interviews Nicole Porter about the benefits of art therapy. Finally, Kevin Pryor joins us to talk about We Are The Inventors! an annual Youth Black history breakfast in Troy.

The State of New York has classified the dam at the Dunham Reservoir in Grafton as unsound. The state is leaning towards taking down the dam and creating a wetlands instead, a proposal that is opposed by many local residents. Photographer John Bulmer provides an update on the effort to save the Reservoir with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

On Saturday, February 14, 2026, the NYS Association of Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislators held their 55th Annual Legislative Conference. The conference took place at the Empire State Plaza in Albany, New York. One of the conference events was the ‘Labor Luncheon which was held in the ESP Convention Center. Labor Correspondent Willie Terry covered that event, where he recorded comments from State Senator Jessica Ramos and Assemblymember Yudelka Tapia on the State of Labor. This is part one of Willie's labor report on the conference.

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Despair punk is the description which Julia Alsarraf gives her latest album called "In Fidelity." She spoke with Sina Basila Hickey about her music, the process of this album, and complicated feelings. https://www.juliaalsarraf.com/ Cropped photo by Photos by Debi Gustafson

Frederick Douglass' legacy demonstrates the importance of archives. Using speeches, photography, and print media, this man who was born into slavery became one of the most important figures in Black history. This conversation discusses his impact on Black archives and what Black archives are from a public historian perspective. This is part of a longer conversation with Lacey Wilson a local historian who focuses on local black history. Lacey currently works for the Underground Railroad Education Center located in the Arbor Hills neighborhood of Albany that educates the public about the Underground Railroad through the lens of local abolitionists, Steve and Harriet Myers. This conversation is by the Sanctuary's Executive Director Ren Lee.

Edward Simon, a native of Venezuela, is an incredible pianist who performs with his trio, exploring the commonalities between jazz and the folkloric sounds of Latin America. The Edward Simon Trio is coming to the capital region, presented by Jazz/Latino in partnership with The Union College Department of Music as part of the series AHORA, latin/jazz! 2026. Sina Basila Hickey and Caelan McPherson talked with Dr. José E. Cruz, President of Jazz Latino Inc .The event will take place on Wednesday, Feb 25 from 7:30 pm to 9 pm, at the Emerson Auditorium at Union College.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea talks with two representatives from WPH about single payer universal health care in New York state. Then, Ren Lee spoke about Frederick Douglass with Lacey Wilson of the Underground Railroad Education Center, the historical figure at the center of the Sanctuary's event Saturday event “Frederick Douglass and the Power of the Black Archives“ Later on, José Cruz of Jazz Latino Inc. will join us to talk about Edward Simon Trio, a musical group performing on Wed. Feb 25 at Union College. After that, All of Us Untitled and Free discuss Black history in the present day and how global events impact the Capital District. Finally, Thom Francis welcomes Mary Panza and Charlie Rossiter to Poets Speak Loud stage Hosts:Sina Basila Hickey and Caelan McPherson Engineer:Caelan McPherson

The Northeast experiences a blizzard over the weekend. Retired National Weather Service Meteorologist reviewed the storm, where it hit really hard, reviewed specific terms, and looked at the weather ahead with Lennox Apudo and Sean Bernyk.

Thom Francis welcomes Mary Panza and Charlie Rossiter to Poets Speak Loud stage at McGeary's for the annual Tom Nattell Memorial Reading and Beret Toss on January 28, 2019. +++++ On Monday, January 28, 2019, poets and writers from all over the region gathered at McGeary's in downtown Albany for the annual Tom Nattell Memorial Reading and Beret Toss, paying tribute to one of the founding fathers of the local poetry and spoken word community. This week we are going to hear from two of the poets who took the stage that night - Mary Panza and Charlie Rossiter. Mary Panza was the host for the long-running Poets Speak Loud series, shared a newer piece “No One Escapes the Pain of Being a Person” then on to a couple of older pieces, the memoir of herself over time “Those Black & White Photos,” and then her response to an interviewers question “Why Poetry?” Mary has been a permanent fixture in the Capital Regions poetry/spoken word community since 1988. Her first time reading on the stage of the legendary QE2 cemented her love for performing. She had hosted a number of open mics including a five year run at Borders in the 1990's and a 15 year run with Poets Speak Loud at the Lark Tavern and then McGeary's Irish Pub from 2005-2020. She had her heyday with publishing her work in the 90's when small zines were king. She has published three chapbooks with poet Gina Grega and five small chapbooks with the late Paul Weinman. In 2005, she was elected Vice President of Albany Poets. She has hosted an endless amount of events from poetry, music, spoken word to the extraordinary recycled fashion shows that were Discard Avant Garb. She has a blog entitled Housewife Tuesday since 2012 that can be found on the Albany Poets website. She is currently working on staying as sane as she can in an insane world. Charlie Rossiter, who runs a monthly open mic in Bennington, read a poem “On Reading My Brother's Facebook Post” pondering his childhood and the mentality of Trump supporters. Charlie has a long history of writing and promoting poetry. In Albany, NY in the 1990s, he was host/producer of Poetry Motel a local television program that featured poets being interviewed and reading from their work, which ran for over 100 episodes. In 2000 he co-founded and hosted www.poetrypoetry.com a website that features poetry reviews, commentary, and live recordings of poems by the poets who wrote them. He spearheaded an all-day poetry reading on the grounds of the Washington Monument in Washington, DC, and has organized events for 100,000 Poets For Change. Charlie has been awarded an NEA fellowship for poetry, and his books are available at www.foothillspublishing.com where descriptions and sample poems may be perused. Charlie Rossiter also hosted the Poetry Spoken Here podcast.

NY Health is a single payer universal health care proposal for NY. Instead of private health insurance, all New Yorkers would be covered - with no premiums, co-pays or deductibles. Despite majority support in both houses of the legislature, enactment of the program has been blocked by the insurance and drug companies. Julie Schwartzberg and Ayanthi Gunawadana of Working People for Health discuss the proposal with Mark Dunlea of the Hudson Mohawk Magazine. There will be a lobby day in Albany on March 17 and a rally at NYC CIty Hall on March 8.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage from a recent Troy City Council hearing on the Good Cause Eviction Law. Then, Moses Nagel brings us coverage from the Albany Common Council meeting during which some prominent African American residents in the Capital District were inducted into the New York State Hall of Fame. Later on, Hugh Johnson joins us to discuss the current blizzard impacting the Capital District and to discuss what to expect of the weather this week. After that, Ashanti Adams talks to Gaheul Yi about her grandmother's immigration story from Guyana to the Capital District, as part of the weekly segment Everybody Moves. Finally, we hear from author Amy Godine about her book The Black Woods. The video of this book talk at the Sanctuary was just released to our video archive channel. co-hosts: Lennox Apudo and Sean Bernyk

The Albany Common Council honored the African American residents of the city of Albany who have been inducted into the New York State basketball hall of fame. On February 19, the regular meeting hosted ceremony which included the mayor and many of the people honored We will hear from Council Member Johnson first.

On Thursday, Feb. 19, the Finance Committee of the Troy City Council held a public hearing on the proposed Good Cause Eviction Law. The Committee approved the measure after the hearing and sent it to the full council, which is now all Democrats. Republican Mayor Carmella Mantello opposes the measure and is calling for further study before enacting it. It guarantees lease renewals for eligible tenants who pay rent on time and follow lease terms. It also limits rent increases to 10% or the rate of inflation plus 5%, whichever is lower. Most of the speakers at the hearing were in favor of the law. We hear from three speakers. Jude of DSA; Lunita Gresham, a retired social worker; and Brian Marsh, a landlord and Mayor of Menands By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

First, Mark Dunlea brings us coverage on the NYS budget hearing on human services from February 5th Then, Cat Jones brings us the story of a teacher who overcame homelessness and now helps others in need Later on, Brea Barthel brings us a monthly library update After that, Thom Francis introduces us to local poets Alyssa Michelle & Christa DeMarco. Finally, Willie Terry brings us coverage from the Boys & Girls Club Black History Month Local Heroes Gala from 2025 Hosts: Richard Sleeper, Jacob Boston | Produced By: Jacob Boston

February 5 was the NYS budget hearing on human services, including public assistance, children, and seniors. A major focus is the Governor's $1.7 billion proposal to expand various child care programs. The proposals also expands the state's child tax credit to $1,500 per child per year. Unfortunately, as has been true for two decades, the Governor proposed no increase in the welfare grant which now leaves family far below the poverty line and unable to obtain safe and adequate housing. We hear from Rebecca Preve of the Association of Aging in NY; Rebecca Zangen of the Supportive Housing Network of New York; Krista Hesdorfer of Hunger Solutions NY; and Dede Hill of the Schuyler Center for Analysis And Advocacy. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Mark Dunlea speaks with Laura Wheelock of the Public Utility Law Project. Then, Willie Terry interviews Shawn Young at All Of Us: Reclaim MLK Day 2026. Later on, Lennox Apudo discusses the importance of celebrating Black History Month with Georgenna Jones of Redemption Christian Academy. After that, Sean Bernyk interviews Charles Clark III about Brenda Valentine and the upcoming museum exhibit “The Black Experience in the Adirondacks.” Finally, Ellie Irons speaks with Danielle Peláez about seed keeping ahead of the upcoming seed swap.

Governor Hochul has proposed a ratepayer protection plan aims to try to reign in soaring utility costs. When requesting rate increases, utilities will be required to present a budget constrained option that keeps their operating and capital costs below the rate of inflation. This exercise will require utilities to prioritize efficiency and affordability and prove why any spending is truly necessary before asking customers to foot the bill. Laurie Wheelock of the Public Utility Law Project, which represents low-income consumers, talks to Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about the Governors' proposals and other energy issues.

"The Black Experience in the Adirondacks" exhibition will include the story of Brenda Valentine and her connection to The Great Adirondack Moose Festival. Curator Charles Clark III speaks with Sean Bernyk about Brenda Valentine's connection to the Adirondacks. "The Black Experience in the Adirondacks" will be an interactive exhibition at the Adirondack Experience, the Museum on Blue Mountain Lake, coming in 2027. Charles Clark III will be at The Sanctuary for Independent Media to present about how your objects help to tell the full story of Black life in the Adirondacks with collections on February 18 and 28. https://www.mediasanctuary.org/event/black-experiences-in-the-adirondacks/ https://www.theadkx.org/exhibitions/black-experience-in-the-adiondacks/

On Monday, January 19, 2026, Hudson Mohawk Magazine Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry attended the ALL OF US “Reclaim MLK Day 2026: A Day of Action, Education & Resistance” at the First United Methodist Church in Schenectady. In this labor segment, Willie recorded comments and interviewed Shawn Young, Community Organizer and Co-Founder of the organization “All OF US,” as he shared his views on the event's purpose and what reclaiming MLK Day meant to him.

Tonight on Hudson Mohawk Magazine, we have a report from the recent state budget hearing on public protection. Then, we hear about why the Albany Muslim Advocacy Coalition gave their Bridge Builder Award to Jewish Voice for Peace. Later on, Rosemary Armao discusses Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance. After that, as part of Black History Month, we hear about the African Burial Ground at Historic St. Agnes in Menands. Finally, we finish with an archive segment with Troy Public Library about books to read for Black History Month and Chinese New Year. Hosts: Lavender; Mark Dunlea Engineer: Joan Eason

Danielle Peláez of Soul Fire Farm discusses seed keeping with NATURE Lab Co-Director Ellie Irons in advance of the Sanctuary's annual seed swap.

On Feb. 1, the Albany Muslim Advocacy Center awarded Jewish Voice for Peace ALbany its Bridge Builder Award. In 2023, several of the founding members of AMAC and several members of JVP Albany met each other and became close working together for a number of months to get the Ceasefire Resolution passed in Albany. Zarina Jalal of AMAC and Keren Carmeli of JVP Albany talk with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

In this week's On the Brink and Fighting Back, opinion journalists Rosemary Armao and Jay Jochnowitz Trump talk with an audience about the controversial Bad Bunny show. Rarely do Super Bowl halftimes lead to consideration of racism, the nexus of art and politics, and language practices of Americans.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine, First, Hundreds rallied on Tin Cup Day urging Governor Kathy Hochul to tax the wealthy to address New York's affordability crisis. Mark Dunlea sits down with Campaign Director Brahvan Ranga to learn more. Then, Sean Bernyk tells about "The Black Experience in the Adirondacks" an interactive exhibition coming to the Sanctuary. Later on, Shirley Chen talks with NYU Alumni Jason about his family traditions for the Chinese Lunar New Year. After that, Justin Hurley talks about the organization Food not Bombs. Finally, This week, Thom Francis welcomes Jason Baldinger to the mic. He shared his poetry at the Fish Market in Troy. Hosts: Richard Sleeper and Caelan McPherson Engineer:Caelan McPherson

This week, Thom Francis welcomes Jason Baldinger to the mic. He performed shared is poetry at the Fish Market in Troy as part of the joint reading put on by the Hudson Valley Writers Guild, Hobo Camp Review, and Trailer Park Quarterly on October 11, 2025. +++++ Every year the Hudson Valley Writers Guild teams up with literary journals Trailer Park Quarterly and Hobo Camp Review for a reading to showcase a few of the amazing writers that contribute to their online and print publications. Last fall, Mary Panza hosted the annual featured reading at the Fish Market, a community arts project space run by the Arts Center in North Central Troy, NY. Poet, photographer, and TPQ co-editor Jason Baldinger was one those poets whose work - both poetry and photography - was highlighted that October afternoon. He shared a mix of poems including collaborations with poets James Benger and Rebecca Schumejda. Jason Baldinger is a poet and photographer from Pittsburgh, PA. He is the co-editor of Trailer Park Quarterly and co-runs The Odd-Month Reading Series. He's penned twenty books of poetry the newest of which include, American Aorta (OAC Books) and, Waiting on Hummingbirds with Kansas poet James Benger (Their fourth together) His first book of photography, Lazarus (OAC Books), was released in 2023. His photography can also be found in the ekphrastic collaboration, "Hope is a Prison" with poet Rebecca Schumejda (OAC Books), and "The Night Window" (Kung Fu Treachery). His poems and photos have appeared across a wide variety of online sites and print journals. You can hear him read from various books on Bandcamp and on lps by The Gotobeds and Theremonster.

"The Black Experience in the Adirondacks" exhibition will include the story of Roland Brown, a Tuskegee Airman, and his connection to a WWII flight jacket. Curator Charles Clark III speaks with Sean Bernyk about Roland Brown's connection to the Adirondacks. "The Black Experience in the Adirondacks" will be an interactive exhibition at the Adirondack Experience, the Museum on Blue Mountain Lake, coming in 2027. Charles Clark III will be at The Sanctuary for Independent Media to present about how your objects help to tell the full story of Black life in the Adirondacks with collections on February 18 and 28. https://www.mediasanctuary.org/event/black-experiences-in-the-adirondacks/ https://www.theadkx.org/exhibitions/black-experience-in-the-adiondacks/

On Feb. 12, the state budget hearing was om public protection. Many testified about the need to protect state residents from ICE, including $175 million in funding for lawyers to represent immigrants facing deportation and the NY For All Act to prohibit local governments from cooperating with ICE. We hear from three speakers: Thomas Gant from the Center For Community Alternatives; Alyssa Bradley from the Center for Employment Alternatives; and Serena Bradley from New Hour LI. The Release Aging People In Prison highlighted a recent report by Senate Crime Victim, Crime and Correction Committee Chair Julia Salazar which found that staff violence and racism are endemic to New York's prison system. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Local elected officials joined their state legislature colleagues and nearly 300 Invest in Our New York coalition members Wednesday for a Tin Cup Day rally and press conference to demand that Governor Kathy Hochul, Speaker Carl Heastie and Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins protect New Yorkers from federal attacks and make lasting public investments to combat the devastating affordability crisis. the Invest in Our New York package would generate more than $40 billion annually in new public funds through the Progressive Income Tax, the Corporate Tax, the Capital Gains Tax and the Heirs Tax. Campaign Director Brahvan Ranga discusses how to tax the rich with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

On this special episode of Hudson Mohawk Magazine, we focus on Black history, more specifically, archiving the Black experience in the Adirondacks. The Sanctuary for Independent Media is collaborating with The Adirondack Experience and their upcoming exhibition "The Black Experience in the Adirondacks," with curator Charles Clark III. This special features interviews with Clark, first with the Sanctuary's Sina Basila Hickey and then with Hudson Mohawk Magazine producer Sean Bernyk.

The African Burial Ground at Historic St. Agnes is the final resting place of 14 formerly enslaved Africans that worked on the Schuyler Flatts in Menands. We hear from project manager Evelyn Kamili during the Black History Month celebration at Empire State Plaza about the significance of this memorial site. Lennox Apudo reports.