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We kick things off with results and analysis of Don Samuels vs Ilhan Omar in the 5th congressional district primary. Josh breaks out his google docs. We list all the factors working against Samuels in 2024, compared to his previous campaign in 2022. We cover Katie Jones's victory in Minneapolis's only competitive state legislative race (house district 61A) - and what the results can tell us about Council Member Katie Cashman's Ward 7 reelection campaign in 2025. Taylor joins us for the second half hour, delivering her unique brand of tabloid political coverage. Which 61A campaign turned down the endorsement of Mayor Jacob Frey? Which Timberwolves star doesn't pick up the phone when candidates come calling? Why is the Majority Leader of the Minnesota House so humorless? All that and so much more. Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgelive Join the conversation: https://twitter.com/wedgelive Support the show: https://patreon.com/wedgelive Wedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

On today's program Ralph welcomes Kshama Sawant—teacher, activist, organizer, socialist, and former Seattle City Council Member— to talk about the labor movement, her organization Workers Strike Back, and how she achieved so many victories for Seattle's working people. Then, Ralph welcomes the Washington Post's Marc Fisher to discuss his reporting on the "return to office" issue. Kshama Sawant is a teacher, activist, organizer, and socialist. Ms. Sawant helped organize demonstrations for marriage equality, participated in the movement to end the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and was a visible presence in the Occupy Movement. She served in Seattle's City Council from 2014 to 2023— defeating a 16-year incumbent Democrat to become the first socialist elected in a major US city in decades. She has taught at Seattle Central Community College, Seattle University, and the University of Washington Tacoma—and she has been an activist in her union, the American Federation of Teachers Local 1789, fighting against budget cuts and tuition hikes. She is co-founder of Workers Strike Back and the host of their news and analysis broadcast On Strike.It should be extremely energizing for anybody on the Left who wants to aim to provide leadership that we actually have a historic shift going on in American working-class consciousness, where there is a willingness to fight back— a real hunger for strategy. I would say that what's overwhelmingly clear to me as somebody who's been a socialist, a Marxist, and an activist for well over a decade, is that what working people are parched for is real leadership that can actually garner the kind of victories that ordinary people are looking for.Kshama SawantBusiness unionism is this idea that the role of the labor leader is to negotiate—to make peace between the bosses and the workers. It's completely wrong. It's exactly the opposite. The role of labor leadership is to organize a fight by mobilizing rank-and-file members against the bosses, with the understanding that the interests of the bosses—the greed of the bosses—is diametrically opposed to the needs of workers. Kshama SawantIf we as working people want to win Medicare for all, we will need mass action— organized independent of the Democrats and Republicans. Kshama SawantMarc Fisher is an associate editor of the Washington Post, where he writes a column on Washington— the city, its suburbs, and the people— and issues of big-city America. For 37 years, Mr. Fisher worked as a reporter and editor across various news sections at the Post, most recently focusing on Donald Trump and major breaking-news events. He previously created and led the Metro staff's enterprise reporting group, spent a decade as local columnist and blogger, served as the paper's special reports editor, wrote about politics and culture for the Style section, worked as Central Europe bureau chief on the Post's Foreign staff, and covered D.C. schools and D.C. politics for the Metro section.Most people who work with their hands are carrying on as they always did. But since COVID, we've seen that offices have emptied out in downtowns across the country. And Washington is particularly hard hit because 15-20% of the workers work for the federal or city governments. So there's been this emptying… out of downtown Washington, which has had an enormous impact on the economy. So this is a multi-level issue and problem. And yet for many— if not most—workers, they don't see it as a problem. They see it as a benefit. Marc FisherIn Case You Haven't Heard with Francesco DeSantisNews 8/14/241. A shocking report from the Libertarian magazine Reason exposes “Operation Rolling Thunder,” an annual “five-day law enforcement blitz,” in which 11 different agencies – ranging from local police departments to the federal Department of Homeland Security – collude to confiscate as much cash as possible on a “20-mile stretch of freeway between Charlotte, North Carolina, and Atlanta, Georgia.” This piece details how officers will fabricate flimsy reasons for pulling drivers over, including “Lighting a cigarette…smelling like cologne, avoiding eye contact, being ‘preoccupied looking for the [car] rental agreement,' and having a cluttered vehicle that appeared to be ‘lived in.'” In 2022, these agencies seized “$194,000 per day or more than $8,000 per hour,” through civil asset forfeiture during this operation. Many of these drivers are never charged with so much as a traffic citation, yet are unable to recover any of their property stolen by the cops.2. Last week, Representative Cori Bush was ousted by an AIPAC-backed primary challenger. An article in Slate details how AIPAC rallied to push the Congresswoman, and fellow Black Lives Matter activist Rep. Jamaal Bowman, out of Congress – outspending both by a margin of 4-1. This piece paints their losses as the death knell of the “George Floyd Era…in Congress,” noting also that no major reforms were passed “Despite broad popular support for legislation to curtail police violence…[and] Democrats…controlling both the House and Senate in 2021 and 2022.” In her concession speech, the Hill reports Bush vowed in no uncertain terms, “AIPAC, I'm coming to tear your kingdom down!” As for Bowman, rumors are now circulating that he will challenge Rep. Ritchie Torres – the “top recipient of AIPAC cash,” according to Track AIPAC – next cycle. Asked about this idea by journalist Ryan Grim, Minnesota Attorney General and former Congressman Keith Ellison said “That'd be a very good thing…I"ll put it like this, none of us own these seats.”3. In related news, a new report in the Intercept exposes the “… ‘Zionists for Don Samuels' WhatsApp Group Raising Big Money to Oust Ilhan Omar.” As this report notes this group contained at least one campaign staffer, Alex Minn – whom the campaign has since severed ties with – and major outside donors despite “Campaign finance laws prohibit[ing] coordination between candidates' campaigns and outside spending groups like super PACs.” One major donor in this group, wealthy entrepreneur Michael Sinensky, wrote “The bottom line is…we need to be supportive…of the alt right Christian Neo Nazis at the moment (like Ukraine) to fight off the socialist, Marxist, anarchists who are supporting radical Islam… Nazis are better than Islamic terrorists.”4. Last week, the Mayor of Nagasaki, Japan held a memorial for those killed in the atomic bombing of that city – and opted not to invite the Israeli ambassador “to avoid possible protests over Israel's war on Gaza,” per Al Jazeera. In response, US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel announced he would skip the event because this decision had “politicized” the event. The British ambassador to Japan also announced that she would boycott this event due to Israel's exclusion. According to the BBC, “In June, [Nagasaki Mayor Shiro] Suzuki said Nagasaki had sent a letter to the Israeli embassy calling for an ‘immediate ceasefire' in Gaza.”5. Journalist Jessica Burbank reports Palestinian American Actress Sarah Alami has called on SAG-AFTRA to “break their silence on [the] genocide in Gaza.” In a statement, Alami writes “Our union president has helped raise 60 million dollars to fund Israel's army,” and decries that many actors have “been put on Black lists in Hollywood for speaking out against a foreign government.” Alami also linked to SAG-AFTRA Members for Ceasefire, a group agitating for the Guild to take a principled stand against the genocide.6. On Monday, the leaders of France, Germany, and the U.K. issued a joint statement “calling for the immediate resumption of [ceasefire] negotiations,” stressing that “there can be no further delay…the fighting must end now...the people of Gaza need urgent and unfettered delivery and distribution of aid.” In this statement, President Macron, Chancellor Sholz, and Prime Minister Starmer also expressed that they are “deeply concerned by the heightened tensions in the region” and are “united in [their] commitment to de-escalation and regional stability,” ending this statement by writing “No country or nation stands to gain from a further escalation in the Middle East.7. Yet despite such strong words from our European allies, the Biden administration has instead taken measures sure to escalate tensions in the region. On August 9th, Zeteo reported that “The State Department…formally notified Congress of a direct sale of 6,500 joint direct action munitions (JDAM) to Israel.” This shipment, valued at $262 million, was “reportedly delayed in May, as it was…under review…[while the] U.S. sought to prevent Israeli forces from pursuing a major ground invasion in Rafah.” Sarah Leah Whitson, the executive director of Democracy for the Arab World Now (DAWN), said “It is hard to comprehend how the Biden administration can justify rewarding Israel with new weapons, despite Israel's persistent defiance of every single plea the Biden administration has made urging a modicum of restraint, and despite the very apparent fact that such sales violate black letter U.S. laws prohibiting weapons to gross abusers like Israel.” The very same day, Reuters reported that “The Biden administration…decided to lift a ban on U.S. sales of offensive weapons to Saudi Arabia… reversing a three-year-old policy to pressure the kingdom to wind down the Yemen war.” This move is an unsubtle green-light for the Saudis to recommence their war on the Yemeni Houthis, who have had more success than anticipated in their naval campaign of blockading Israeli ports and attacking American naval vessels in the Red Sea.8. Much like the presidency of Lyndon Johnson, the Biden administration continues to pursue noble goals at home even while participating in human rights atrocities abroad. On Monday, More Perfect Union reported that “Banks, credit card companies, and more will be required to let customers talk to a human by pressing a single button under a new Biden administration proposed rule.” The pro-labor outlet goes on to say that this rule, coming from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau “is part of a campaign to crack down on customer service ‘doom loops,'” and simultaneously “[the Federal Trade Commission] is…considering similar requirements for phone, broadband, and cable companies,” while “[The Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Labor] are calling on health plan providers to make it easier to talk to a customer service agent.” Consumer advocates like Ralph Nader have long railed against the increasing difficulty of talking to real person when one calls corporate customer service lines.9. In more positive news, the UAW reports it has “filed federal labor charges against disgraced billionaires Donald Trump and Elon Musk for their illegal attempts to threaten and intimidate workers who stand up for themselves by engaging in protected concerted activity, such as strikes.” This attempt to threaten and intimidate workers came during a conversation between Trump and Musk on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday. Trump is quoted saying “I mean, I look at what you do…You walk in, you say, You want to quit? They go on strike, I won't mention the name of the company, but they go on strike and you say, That's OK, you're all gone. You're all gone. So, every one of you is gone.” UAW President Shawn Fain commented “When we say Donald Trump is a scab, this is what we mean. When we say Trump stands against everything our union stands for, this is what we mean…Donald Trump will always side against workers standing up for themselves, and he will always side with billionaires like Elon Musk, who is contributing $45 million a month to a Super PAC to get him elected. Both Trump and Musk want working class people to sit down and shut up, and they laugh about it openly. It's disgusting, illegal, and totally predictable from these two clowns.”10. Finally, in an almost unbelievable story from the Miami Herald, “[Former President Donald] Trump flew to campaign events on Jeffrey Epstein's plane last weekend.” Apparently, this plane is now owned by a private plane chartering service, Threshold Aviation Group, and the Trump campaign “confirmed that a decal with the words ‘Trump 2024' was placed on Epstein's old plane for the trip.” As the Herald points out “Trump was in the same social circles as Epstein,” and records show he “flew on Epstein's planes six times from 1993 to 1997.”This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

According to independent journalist outlet (The Intercept), a WhatsApp group called 'Zionists for Don Samuels Against Ilhan Omar' was formed by pro-Israel donors to support Don Samuels in his primary race against Rep. Ilhan Omar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news roundup, a man is going viral for wanting to charge his family and friends over $400 to attend his wedding. Meanwhile, Georgia has implemented a concerning policy that allows others to cancel your voter registration without your knowledge. Supreme faces scrutiny, and we'll explore the intriguing world of bronze bling, flavorful timepieces, and a music drought. Plus, we'll address the burning question: “Am I trippin'?” And stay tuned for a black pop quiz! Additionally, an independent media group reports that a secret network of pro-Israel donors is backing Don Samuels in his primary race against Rep. Ilhan Omar. According to The Intercept, a WhatsApp group called ‘Zionists for Don Samuels Against Ilhan Omar' has been formed to support Samuels. In lighter news, Flavor Flav steps up where Olympic gymnastic officials fell short, but whoever keeps suggesting Trump's campaign music is a definite letdown. FOLLOW THE SHOW ON ALL SOCIALS: @Sealessaidit @Amandaseales @thesupremeexperience If You Have A Comment Leave Amanda A Message At 1 855-Amanda-8 That's 1-855-262-6328See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Henry Lake says he wasn't surprised that Illhan Omar won her race vs Don Samuels, since the Republicans hurt her opponent, he reacts to the news that the Minnesota Vikings have lost QB JJ McCarthy for the season, and Lake talks with  MLB Writer Bob Nightengale from the USA Today.

We now know the names that will appear on November's general election ballot after Tuesday's primary elections. Incumbent Sen. Amy Klobuchar easily defeated Democratic challengers and will face Republican Royce White.In congressional races, Minneapolis-area Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar survived a challenge from Don Samuels. And Republican Rep. Michelle Fishbach turned back a challenge from Steve Boyd.Gov. Tim Walz, the Democratic candidate for vice president, yesterday responded to claims he lied about his service in the the Army National Guard. Campaigning for Kamala Harris in Los Angeles, Walz told union workers he was proud to have served 24 years.This is an MPR News morning update, hosted by Phil Picardi. Music by Gary Meister.Find these headlines and more at Mprnews.org.Primary elections: Reps. Ilhan Omar, Michelle Fischbach survive primary challengesRead the latest edition of the AM Update newsletter.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or RSS.

Tune in here for this Hump day edition of the Vince Coakley Radio Program! Vince starts the show talking about the consumer price index increased 0.2% for the month, putting the 12-month inflation rate at 2.9%, Rock Hill City Council honors Dale Hoyles who saved a family from their burning home in Rock Hill last month. Also,, Vince revisits audio from Nikki Haley in which she predicts a Kamala Harris victory if former President Donald Trump is the Republican nominee for President. In the second half of the show Vince talks about being in a spiritual battle in which human weapons are useless on a very special Wellness Wednesday, Hunter Biden requested assistance from Italian embassy for Burisma deal, native Englanders anger with Middle-Eastern immigrants on the rampage in England after a Taylor Swift dance party stabbing in which three children were stabbed to death, Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar wins her primary over Don Samuels, and the Day in History.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar, a member of the progressive "Squad" and outspoken critic of Israel's actions in Gaza, has won her primary race in Minnesota's 5th District, defeating former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels for the second time. In her victory speech, Omar echoed themes of joy and justice, resonating with the Harris-Walz presidential campaign. Omar's win contrasts with the losses of fellow Squad members Cori Bush and Jamaal Bowman, who faced well-funded challengers supported by the American Israel Public Affairs Committee. Meanwhile, former NBA player Royce White won the GOP nomination to challenge Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This year's primary elections are in the books and we talked to Blois Olson about that including Ilhan Omar surpassing Don Samuels, Royce White not allowing Star Tribune at HQ - that and much more with Blois in this mornings take! 

This year's primary elections are in the books and we talked to Blois Olson about that including Ilhan Omar surpassing Don Samuels, Royce White not allowing Star Tribune at HQ - that and much more with Blois in this mornings take! 

TEMP CHECK 7:00 - Let's break down Australian B-girl, Raygun's....interesting performance in breakdancing, including her signature boomerang moves. 12:45 - Five days after gymnast Jordan Chiles won the bronze medal in the individual floor competition, the IOC sided with a challenge from Romania and wants Chiles to give back the medal. Will Chiles return the medal with a frowny face note? Or will the US counter challenge be successful? MAIN NEWS 19:15 - Sometimes it seems like folks are so creative in their hate, but in fact, no, they aren't. They're simply repeating the decades old talking points, ideology and strategies of olde. Today we dissect the John Birch Society. Founded in 1958 by a man who did not trust outsiders and shares Donald Trump's fear of being poisoned. (In addition to being the creator of the Sugar Daddies candy) 33:00 - Is Mr. Beast, famous YouTuber, running a real life Squid Games? There are some allegations around his reality TV show's inhumane practices including withholding clean clothes, water, and proper medical attention. 38:45 - New reporting on Donald Trump's $10M windfall in 2016 from Egyptian dictator Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, and what he did for Egypt in return. And you'll never guess who shut down the FBI investigation into it two years later. DOWN BALLOT ERA 44:30 - Dissecting Cori Bush's primary loss to Wesley Bell, and how she was defeated by a mix of AIPAC funding and messaging that effectively painted her as someone more concerned with foreign policy than district issues. Today is also Ilhan Omar's primary race against Don Samuels, who she defeated in the 2022 primary by just 2 points. Samuel's campaign looks a lot like Bell's, but without the support from AIPAC, but he's also highlighting Omar's husband's...interesting business practices and questionable income. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 1: Jason wants musicians who are upset when their music is used at rallies to calm down. Then he talks with Don Samuels about tomorrow's primary election. And finally James Lileks on why he's penned his final column at the Star Tribune

Tomorrow's Minnesota primary has some big stakes, including the likely winner of the 5th Congressional District in November. Don Samuels is running in the DFL primary against Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and joins Jason to talk about that race. 

Tuesday is primary election day and Minnesota will be choosing Republican and Democratic candidates from the U.S. Senate down to school boards. We'll go to southeastern Minnesota to zero in on two competitive races for the state house.Congresswoman Ilhan Omar narrowly beat former Minneapolis City councilmember Don Samuels in a primary two years ago. We'll have the latest on their rematch.And for the presidential race, the importance of social media is undeniable. We'll talk about how the campaigns are using it and what seems to be working. A Twin Cities broadcaster has his own story to share about living with an incurable cancer — and an experimental treatment that Boyd Huppert says has put him "back on offense."Our Minnesota Music Minute was “Green Sweater” by Taylor James Donskey and our Song of the Day was “Thick Skin” by Robin Lowry.

Minnesota's primary election will take place Tuesday, narrowing the field of candidates who will appear on ballots in November's general election. There are several contested primaries that will be closely watched this week. That includes the 5th congressional district in Minneapolis. Rep. Ilhan Omar faces a rematch from former Minneapolis City council member Don Samuels. Two years ago, Omar beat Samuels by just two percentage points. Experts say that whoever wins the DFL primary will likely win the seat in November. Joining MPR News host Cathy Wurzer to talk about the tight race is MPR News senior politics reporter Clay Masters.

Former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels is challenging incumbent Ilhan Omar once again.   He was narrowly defeated by her two years ago.   What makes this time around different?  He talked with Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News. 

Former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels is challenging incumbent Ilhan Omar once again.   He was narrowly defeated by her two years ago.   What makes this time around different?  He talked with Vineeta Sawkar on The WCCO Morning News. 

Jason Garcia, aka Hot Dog Larry Jacobs, joins us to do podcast punditry while attempting to eat 12 hot dogs for charity. Josh Martin makes sure the score-keeping stays honest. In this groundbreaking 90 minute episode, we talk about the race for Minnesota House of Representatives in 61A. Frank Hornstein is retiring, creating a vacancy for the first time in decades. We're trying to answer the question: Why do even people who agree with Will Stancil think he's incredibly irritating? John gives his strongest possible endorsement of Katie Jones. Jason tries to choke out an endorsement of Isabel Rolfes while eating yet another hot dog. We're also talking about Don Samuels underwhelming, backward looking, unfocused campaign against Rep. Ilhan Omar; we review crime stats and react to the Minneapolis Police Department's plan to expand their gunshot detection microphones, known as ShotSpotter, into the Wedge and Whittier neighborhoods; Josh has an update about an effort to move St. Paul's elections for mayor and city council from odd years to presidential years; and so much more. Don't forget to vote in the primary by August 13, especially if you live in 61A. Early voting and polling place information here: https://vote.minneapolismn.gov/voters/vote-early-in-person/ Read John's endorsement of Katie Jones for Minnesota House in 61A: https://wedgelive.com/endorsement-katie-jones-for-mn-house-district-61a/ If you'd like to honor Jason's hot dog heroism, consider a donation to the Indigenous Food Lab's program providing meals to the community: https://iflmarket.square.site/product/donate-to-help-fund-our-community-meal-program-/446 Thank you to our sponsor North Star Art Club. They offer art clubs, art camps, birthday parties, adult classes and more. North Star Art Club is the exclusive sponsor of the Wedge LIVE Hot Dog Counter which appears in the YouTube version of this episode. Website: https://northstarartclub.com/ Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgelive Join the conversation: https://twitter.com/wedgelive Support the show: https://patreon.com/wedgelive Wedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

 Don Samuels joins Adam and Jordana to talk about his bid for Minnesota's 5th district. 

John is joined by Josh Martin to talk about three proposals to amend the Minneapolis City Charter, including a plan to move from odd to even year city elections. Plus: Ilhan Omar's DFL convention win over an underwhelming Don Samuels; and how despite the city's 2040 Plan appeals court victory, only the legislature can save us from endless further litigation. Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgelive Join the conversation: https://twitter.com/wedgelive Support the show: https://patreon.com/wedgelive Wedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

Don Samuels joins Chad to talk about his campaign against Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and why he feels he is better suited to represent the people of her district.

Susie Jones joins Chad and Dave for two fun segments of Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated before a conversation with Don Samuels about his campaign to win the DFL nomination from Congresswoman Ilhan Omar.

On “Forbes Newsroom,” Don Samuels, a former Democratic Minneapolis City Council member, spoke about his primary challenge to Congresswoman Ilhan Omar in 2024.Stay ConnectedForbes newsletters: https://newsletters.editorial.forbes.comForbes on Facebook: http://fb.com/forbesForbes Video on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/forbesForbes Video on Instagram: http://instagram.com/forbesMore From Forbes: http://forbes.comForbes covers the intersection of entrepreneurship, wealth, technology, business and lifestyle with a focus on people and success.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Don Samuels is again challenging Rep. Ilhan Omar in the Democratic primary. He recently appeared on a political podcast and made comments about Omar's appearance that have some people up in arms. Jason discussed

Yesterday’s AI conversation recapped; Don Samuels appears on Michael Brodkorb’s podcast; right wing activists want to oust the MN GOP chair; Rochester schools financial troubles; Brett stops in; Deena Winter joins Brett this week; Michael Brodkorb recaps last night’s game as well as Don Samuels’ appearance on this podcast.

John is joined by Jason Garcia and Josh Martin for a reaction to the results of the 2022 Minneapolis primary election. Though this episode premieres two days after election day, Josh announces results as if in real time, accompanied by breaking news music. We ponder the meaning of Rep. Ilhan Omar's surprisingly small margin of victory; Mary Moriarty's comfortable first place finish in the Hennepin County Attorney's race; Don Samuels and Martha Holton-Dimick's failure to win in North Minneapolis, despite touting their community connections; and the geographic strengths and weaknesses of the candidates. John suggests Ryan Winkler's loss can be attributed to never finding a lane -- being neither the progressive choice nor a bomb throwing law and order type. Jason announces results from Meg Tuthill's front yard. John wonders if Don Samuels was making a Nixonian dog whistle on law and order by using the phrase "exhausted majority" during his triumphant concession speech. We take a fond look back at the video highlights from the Tad Jude campaign, aka Batman's police friend. Watch: https://youtube.com/wedgelive Join the conversation: https://twitter.com/wedgelive Support the show: https://patreon.com/wedgelive Wedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

Today's rundown has stories about the MOA shooting, Mayor Frey endorsing Don Samuels, monkeypox being declared a national emergency and more.

Mayor Jacob Frey joins Chad just hours after the City Council approved the appointment of Cedric Alexander as the first Commissioner of Community Safety. He also discusses crime and violence downtown and his recent endorsement of Don Samuels in the CD5 race against Ilhan Omar. 

Our Democrat of the Day is Don Samuels, who is running for the DFL nomination in Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District.

Our Democrat of the Day is Don Samuels, who is running for the DFL nomination in Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District.

We are back ladies and gentlemen. This week our guest is Don Samuels. He is challenging squad member Ilhan Omar in the Democrat primary for Minnesota's 5th Congressional District. Jamar and AK are discussing the latest on gun control legislation, the shocking recall of progressive San Francisco DA Chesa Boudin, and the latest in Minneapolis homicide count.

John is joined by Jason Garcia for the first ever Ask Us Anything episode. We take calls from Melody (https://SouthwestVoices.news) regarding Lyndale Avenue safety improvements, and Christin regarding the US Supreme Court's intention to overturn abortion rights. John puts his foot down after superfan Conrad Z makes repeated calls into the show. We talk about the results of the state's investigation into MPD misconduct, the all important Hennepin Avenue reconstruction (which we think is coming up for a vote this month at the city council), the Ilhan vs. Don Samuels race, John invites people to visit him at the DFL's 5th district convention, the city's board and commission meetings going back underground after two years of livestreams, Jason's lifetime ban from twitter, the precarious position John finds himself in by presiding over a media organization almost entirely based on a platform purchased by Elon Musk, and how Tom Hoch has dropped unexpectedly back into our lives like a dead fish delivery from a bald eagle. Most importantly, John learns that "calls" into the riverside.fm podcasting platform must be made using a laptop or desktop computer, not a phone. Watch this episode: https://youtube.com/wedgelive Join the conversation: https://twitter.com/wedgelive Support the show: https://patreon.com/wedgelive Wedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

More push back against Lia Thomas the transgender collegiate swimmer. Guest editorialist in the Star Tribune tells us that Don Samuels should not run against Ilhan Omar. Kamala Harris continues to be the gift that keeps on giving. Johnny Heidt with guitar news.

This week, Don Samuels reflects on the courage Jesus shows in the face of threats from Herod, and how we might emulate that and make a difference in the world. Readings for this week: Genesis 15:1-12,17-18; Psalm 27; Philippians 3:17-4:1; Luke 13:31-35

Long-time community activist and former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels has officially registered with the Federal Election Commission to oppose Rep. IIhan Omar in the DFL primary for the 5th Congressional District in August.

John is joined by co-host Elissa Schufman for a conversation with Naomi Kritzer, noted local election profiler and award-winning author. We talk about why Naomi got into writing about elections, her most and least favorite candidates over the years, if she has any candidate endorsement regrets, how scam candidate Mickey Moore actually got much weirder than the last time he ran for office. Somehow we got Naomi talking about rural broadband. We try to answer questions like: Who is the Captain America of Minneapolis? What is it like to win prestigious awards? Which fellow author does Naomi have beef with in the rough and tumble world of science fiction? Does she feel self-conscious about having so much influence over people's votes? Why did she file an amicus brief in opposition to the Don Samuels lawsuit to knock the public safety charter amendment (Question 2) off the ballot in Minneapolis? And much more. It's our longest episode yet. The truest indicator of quality. Join the conversation: twitter.com/wedgelive Support the show: patreon.com/wedgelive Wedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

Former Minneapolis city council member Don Samuels joins us to start the show. San F5ransisco mayor London Breed pulled an Otter from Animal House when she was asked why she didn't wear a mask indoors at The Black Cat Club. An important garage ruling and Johnny Heidt with guitar news.

Dr. Michael Osterholm joins the show today, with a sound clarification on the use of masks. A disturbing Facebook post written by Don Samuels explaining just one nights criminal activity in his North Minneapolis neighborhood. Johnny Heidt with guitar news, and our weekly visit with Reusse.

John is joined by Jason Garcia and investigator Taylor Dahlin. Taylor has untangled the web of mystery and deceit that surround the Mickey Moore campaign for Minneapolis City Council in Ward 9. Questions beget more questions in the quest to understand the real Mickey Moore. Does Mickey Moore really live in Ward 9 where he is currently running for City Council? Did he ever live in the 5th District when he ran against Ilhan Omar last year? Or has he always lived with his family in Oak Grove, as photographic and other evidence uncovered by Taylor seem to indicate. Oak Grove is not in Ward 9. It's not in Minneapolis. It's not even in the 5th Congressional District. Why is Mickey Moore, someone with a glaring residency issue, attacking his opponent for guilt-by-association with a residency scandal? What is the League of Minneapolis Homeowners and why does it exist nowhere besides Mickey Moore's endorsement page on his website? Was this fake group invented to make it look like Mickey Moore has supporters? How has this buffoonish candidate attracted the support of prominent local figures like Tom Hoch and Don Samuels. Do they have no shame? And what's the deal with Moore's small business? Why is there a white man in a Halloween style dreadlock wig on the website for Moore's "hair saloon"? And why does Mickey spell it "hair saloon" and not salon? Why is John so deeply embarrassed about having done an entire episode devoted to Mickey Moore? We ponder these questions and more on a special Mickey Episode. Watch video clips: youtube.com/wedgelive Join the conversation: twitter.com/wedgelive Support the show: patreon.com/wedgelive Wedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

Former Minneapolis city councilman Don Samuels had a sobering Facebook post over the weekend about the reality of crime in his Minneapolis neighborhood. He joined the show to talk more about it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Be the Change You Want to See in the World. Gandhi More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net The city of Minneapolis is going through a challenging time as the trial of Derek Chauvin, the officer charged in the killing of George Floyd, is underway. Community members are grieving, hoping, and many are fearful and anxious. Today, we hear from Don Samuels about the founding of the ‘Healing our City' initiative and Don's thoughts on what social change leaders should be aware of, think about during this time and do. In this episode, you will: Hear about Don's extensive background in the public, private, nonprofit and faith sectors and how that has informed his work Learn about the ‘Heal Our City' effort started after the killing of George Floyd Hear how individuals came to the gathering space / prayer tent to meditate, pray and bear witness with other community members Hear about the reprisal of the prayer tent when the Derek Chauvin trial was started with a virtual multi-faith meditation, reflection and 9 minutes and 39 seconds of silence Learn a bit about the history of North Minneapolis and the multi-layered elements to this community Hear Don's reflections on how a sustainable way forward is to collaborate and conspire together across differences Be challenged to be the change you wish to see in the world In this episode: Healing Our City More about Don: Don immigrated to the US from Jamaica in 1970 to study Industrial Design. He resigned from executive R&D leadership, at Hasbro Toys, for a partnership in Red Racer Studio, inventing toys for major manufacturers. Don and his wife Sondra concluded that White Flight and Black Middle-Class Flight were the major contributors to the concentration of poverty and its repercussions, in Urban America. 24 years ago, they moved to the challenged Jordan neighborhood, in North Minneapolis. They quickly became strong voices for peace and leaders for unity and collaboration. With their urging and support, Don was first elected to the Minneapolis City Council in February 2003.As a Council Member, he directed unprecedented levels of funding to his North Minneapolis community, ensuring remarkable recovery from a devastating tornado and the Great Recession. Don co-sponsored the Ban the Box resolution, which later became state law, giving ex-offenders a greater chance at careers. Don ran for mayor of Minneapolis in 2013. Don cofounded the Northside Achievement Zone (NAZ), where his wife Sondra now serves as CEO. He graduated, in 2001, from the Luther Seminary and is an ordained minister. He currently serves on the boards of Luther Seminary, Twin Cities Rise, Center for Action and Contemplation and Trust for Public Land- Minnesota. He is CEO of MicroGrants, making grants to low-income individuals to start and boost their businesses and careers, and the Lights On! program: Now, when a driver is pulled over for a broken light in the state of Minnesota, instead of a ticket or lecture, they receive a voucher for free repairs up to $250.

This week, Martha takes the streets of Minneapolis for a walk and talk with Don Samuels, The Chief's Advisory Council for Minneapolis Police, and Ted Williams, former Washington D.C. police detective, along with two Minneapolis residents David Opp and Lonnice Thorton.  They share how the tragic death of George Floyd, and though it has brought an unprecedented opportunity for police reform, they believe defunding the police will result in the already fragile neighborhoods of Minneapolis littered with crime, violence, and civil unrest. They also reveal the true needs of the community, a true reform. Follow Martha on Twitter: @MarthaMacCallum 

In this episode, Don Samuels talks about race relations in America, how he believes poverty is contained in the inner cities, and how more middle class people need to be courageous enough to move into the inner city. I hope you enjoy this episode and get something out of it as I did.

Don Samuels has lived a fascinating multi-faceted life as a toy designer, immigrant, executive, pop singer, public servant, pastor, activist, husband and father. He has deliberately chosen to live in the most challenged urban neighborhoods of the cities he has called home, and has focused on serving and steadily improving his local communities, including the […] The post ACL 027: Don Samuels appeared first on A Congruent Life.