Podcast appearances and mentions of Rashad Robinson

Why do some struggles for justice succeed while others stall? What is needed to make effective social change, especially in today's world? According to Rashad Robinson, it comes down to understanding the difference between presence and power. Failing to do so is one reason things got this way, but understanding how power really works is a big part of how we get out of it. Robinson would know. As a social change strategist, he's spent more than 20 years at the highest levels of leadership in two of the most significant social movements of our time: the fight for LGBTQ rights and the fight for racial justice. He's taken on tech giants and the criminal justice system, politicians in Washington and corporate executives in Hollywood. He's been on the front lines of protest and in the back rooms of negotiation. He argues that achieving presence—the visibility of marches, media fads, and making issues popular—is not the same as gaining the leverage required to change the rules for how society works or change the decisions that politicians, corporate executives, and other people in authority make. It's a topic he explores in his new book From Presence to Power, offering a set of essential lessons about power for people who want to understand it, gain it, and use it to make positive change. Robinson provides  tools to help everyday people build real leverage in systems designed to prevent them from doing so. As someone who helped shape the resistance after the 2016 election, and who continues to help leaders at every level find innovative ways to fight back and win progress today, Robinson offers a hopeful, practical guide to achieving positive impact in the most challenging times. Find out how. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Social justice leader, host of the monthly digital series Freedom Table, and creator of the How We Win newsletter, Rashad Robinson joins Tavis in studio to discuss his new book, From Presence to Power: How to Take On the Fights That Matter—and Win, and offers a practical, strategic roadmap for creating structural change.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

7.28.2026 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Rashad Robinson: From Presence to Power. Trump Targets Mail-In Ballots. Tuskegee Backlash Civil Rights leader Rashad Robinson's new book "From Presence to Power: How to Take on the Fights that Matter-and Win" explains the difference between presence and power. He'll be live in the studio. Houston dentist, Dr. Letitia Plummer, wants to be the next Harris County, Texas Judge. She'll be here to explain why she thinks she's the best person for the job. The Trump Administration is going after mail-in ballots again. We'll discuss how Tuskegee University's new dress code is sparking discussion about "anti-blackness." And in tonight's Shop Black Star Network-Dot-com, COS-MOL-O-GY, a brand with a series of hair tools that make wash day feel effortless. Black Star Network Partner: Chapter Chapter and its affiliates are not connected with or endorsed by any government entity or the federal Medicare program. Chapter Advisory, LLC represents Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO, and PFFS organizations and stand alone prescription drug plans that have a Medicare contract. Enrollment depends on the plan’s contract renewal. While we have a database of every Medicare plan nationwide and can help you to search among all plans, we have contracts with many but not all plans. As a result, we do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent 50 organizations which offer 18,160 products nationwide. We search and recommend all plans, even those we don’t directly offer. You can contact a licensed Chapter agent to find out the number of products available in your specific area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options. ____ Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, meet writer Emilee Hackney, investigative journalist Annie Jacobsen, and American civil rights leader Rashad Robinson. Tune in to hear Emilee Hackney on combating stereotypes about Appalachia, and learn what the recording process was like for Annie Jacobsen and Rashad Robinson. All That's Unseen by Emilee Hackney https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/748921/all-thats-unseen-by-emilee-hackney/audio/ Biological War by Annie Jacobsen https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/783250/biological-war-by-annie-jacobsen/audio/ From Presence to Power by Rashad Robinson https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/676299/from-presence-to-power-by-rashad-robinson/audio/

In this episode, John dives down into the weeds as we approach the critical 2026 midterms. With 99 days to go, he discusses the latest polling data, highlighting the Democrats' surprising lead in key areas, including the economy and healthcare. John talks about the implications of the ongoing Iran war, the troubling treatment of Haitian immigrants losing their temporary protected status, and the recent updates on military casualties from the Pentagon. John also offers a humorous critique of the recent White House Correspondents' Dinner, focusing on Donald Trump's awkward performance and the media's complex relationship with him. Then, he speaks with social justice leader, democratic strategist, and civil rights leader Rashad Robinson. He previously led Color Of Change for nearly fourteen years, transforming it from a start-up into a national force for racial justice, and also led programs at GLAAD, reshaping media representations of LGBTQ people during the fights to win marriage equality and end discrimination. They discuss his new book “From Presence To Power: How To Take On The Fights That Matter – And Win”. And then lastly, Professor Corey Brettschneider is back to talk with John about Trump's governing philosophy, contrasting it with historical authoritarian figures, and explore the dynamics of the MAGA coalition, emphasizing the shared grievances that bind its members together. Cory shares insights on the recent White House Correspondents' Dinner, critiquing Trump's lack of humor and self-awareness, while John expresses outrage at the media's decision to platform him despite his history of attacking press freedom.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why do some fights for justice hit a wall while others succeed? That’s the central premise of civil rights leader Rashad Robinson’s new book, From Presence to Power (out July 28th). Marches and social media fads alone do not gain the needed leverage over politicians and corporate executives to make change. Rashad shows us how to get from point A to point B, and achieve real power. Pre-Order From Presence to Power: https://www.rashadrobinson.com/ Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat. Welcome home y’all! —--------- We want to hear from you! Send us a video @nativelandpod and we may feature you on the podcast. Instagram X/Twitter Facebook NativeLandPod.com Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on YouTube. Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media. Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. Theme music created by Daniel Laurent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most nonprofits know how to get people to pay attention. Fewer know how to turn that attention into lasting change. In this conversation, Rashad Robinson shares what makes the difference.

The US is preparing to host the FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, who will face off at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium on Sunday. Behind the excitement though, a swell of discontent is sweeping America. Federal agents have killed two people as Trump's immigration crackdown intensifies, and Trump himself is again attacking America's electoral processes. New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill joins Christiane to discuss.   Also on today's show: actor Anthony Hopkins (from the archives); author Rashad Robinson    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Don Lemon sits down with author and civil rights leader Rashad Robinson to discuss the state of the nation, the growing challenges facing American democracy, and why this moment demands courage, not complacency. From building real power to holding those in positions of authority accountable, Robinson shares why standing up, organizing, and leading has never been more important. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don Lemon sits down with author and civil rights leader Rashad Robinson to discuss the state of the nation, the growing challenges facing American democracy, and why this moment demands courage, not complacency. From building real power to holding those in positions of authority accountable, Robinson shares why standing up, organizing, and leading has never been more important. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Social justice strategist, host of the monthly digital series Freedom Table, creator of the How We Win newsletter, and author Rashad Robinson explains why "the 250th is bait and Juneteenth is the opening," while also analyzing trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

There's a question Rashad Robinson wants every nonprofit and foundation leader to sit with right now: Are you building power — or just showing up? Rashad spent 13 years leading Color of Change, co-founded the Fight Back Table, forced over 100 corporations to leave ALEC — the American Legislative Exchange Council, a powerful corporate-backed group that shapes conservative state legislation — and took on Facebook in one of the largest boycotts in American history. Now he's channeling all of that hard-won wisdom into a newsletter, a new show on News One, work alongside Jane Fonda defending the First Amendment — and a book, From Presence to Power: How to Take on the Fights That Matter and Win, dropping July 28th from One World/Penguin Random House. Eric sits down with Rashad for a wide-ranging conversation about what it actually takes to win: the difference between a dialogue and a negotiation, why visibility is only the beginning, what Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance means for the movement, and how to fight fatigue when you're running on empty but can't stop. This one's got joy, strategy, and only a few references to the New York Mets. Listen now — and if Rashad's clarity and energy give you something to hold onto, please follow, rate, and review Let's Hear It wherever you get your podcasts.

There's a question Rashad Robinson wants every nonprofit and foundation leader to sit with right now: Are you building power — or just showing up? Rashad spent 13 years leading Color of Change, co-founded the Fight Back Table, forced over 100 corporations to leave ALEC — the American Legislative Exchange Council, a powerful corporate-backed group that shapes conservative state legislation — and took on Facebook in one of the largest boycotts in American history. Now he's channeling all of that hard-won wisdom into a newsletter, a new show on News One, work alongside Jane Fonda defending the First Amendment — and a book, From Presence to Power: How to Take on the Fights That Matter and Win, dropping July 28th from One World/Penguin Random House. Eric sits down with Rashad for a wide-ranging conversation about what it actually takes to win: the difference between a dialogue and a negotiation, why visibility is only the beginning, what Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance means for the movement, and how to fight fatigue when you're running on empty but can't stop. This one's got joy, strategy, and only a few references to the New York Mets. Listen now — and if Rashad's clarity and energy give you something to hold onto, please follow, rate, and review Let's Hear It wherever you get your podcasts.

It's our big year-in-review for all three hours! In our first-hour roundtable, civil rights attorney Connie Rice, social justice organizer Rashad Robinson, and political commentator Danielle Moodie reflect on the attacks on civil rights and the Constitution this past year. Plus, our surprise guest, Black Thought, helps us kick it off.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Political activist Rashad Robinson is back to talk about the shutdown, election day, and his new newsletter, “How We Win”.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Rashad Robinson, former president of Color of Change, reacts to the stunning defeat of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayor's race.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

National organizer and former president of Color of Change, Rashad Robinson shares his analysis about the Trump administration's attack on schools, the fate of Democrats, and other trending political news.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

The Play Cousins wine down their weeks and keke about so many things. The ladies are also joined by anti violence advocate and author, Erica Ford and celebrated community organizer Rashad Robinson for a conversation about leadership or lack there of for Black Americans.

Color of Change President Rashad Robinson reflects on the results of the 2024 election, unveils his plan to take on Project 2025, and helps Progressives get ready for the 2026 midterms. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Hey there LemoNation! Join Don this evening at 6pm ET to dive into all the biggest news items of the day. Mother Jones correspondent Garrison Hayes and civil rights leader Rashad Robinson will join Don to discuss a host of topics. Are Vice President Harris' appeals to Black men working? Is it a mistake for Harris to go on Fox News? Is Trump possibly suffering from dementia? Tune in for a discussion you won't want to miss! WATCH & Subscribe on YouTube @TheDonLemonShow! Listen on Apple, Spotify and iHeart Radio! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there LemoNation! Join Don this evening at 6pm ET to dive into all the biggest news items of the day. Mother Jones correspondent Garrison Hayes and civil rights leader Rashad Robinson will join Don to discuss a host of topics. Are Vice President Harris' appeals to Black men working? Is it a mistake for Harris to go on Fox News? Is Trump possibly suffering from dementia? Tune in for a discussion you won't want to miss! WATCH & Subscribe on YouTube @TheDonLemonShow! Listen on Apple, Spotify and iHeart Radio! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

6.20.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Fighting Against Neo-Segregationists, Sen. Ted Cruz Donor Documents Leaked, LA's 10 Commandments Law Color of Change launches a campaign against Goldman Sachs and other groups funding neo-segregationists.  Rashad Robinson is here to explain why and who they are going after.  A reporter finds documents revealing some donors of Texas Senator Ted Cruz. That reporter will be here to explain how he came across them and what information he found about the folks donating to Cruz.  Louisiana becomes the only state requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public school and college classroom. We'll talk to the Senior Director for Courts and Legal Policy at the Center for American Progress about whether this is the church crossing over too much into the state.  #BlackStarNetwork advertising partners:Fanbase

Defending the right to learn about our country's full history naturally includes defending the right to learn about Black history. As certain politicians seek to ban books by Black authors and ban courses that teach the truth about the Black experience in America, we are fighting back to ensure all students have access to an honest education. One of NEA's partners in this work is Color Of Change, a racial justice organization committed to building power and making justice real for Black people. Today's guest, Rashad Robinson, is the President of Color Of Change.

A federal program that helps 1 in 6 Georgia households pay for high-speed internet could soon end. Applications for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) are now closed as President Biden urges Congress to pass funding to extend the subsidy program. Rashad Robinson, the president of Color Of Change, discusses how Georgians could be impacted if the program ends. Lastly, we will air WABE business reporter Marlon Hyde's feature from the “Young Business” series. The story spotlights a young business owner who sells ‘stink-free' socks online. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the radio show this week we cover the latest in the attack from far right extremists on access to abortion, birth control, IVF, and why access to mifepristone is being heard in the U.S. Supreme Court; then we cover health equity, healthcare coverage, and a new report, Lowering Costs for Black Americans: How the Inflation Reduction Act Makes Health Care and Prescription Drugs More Affordable; after that we dive into culture change and how laughter can change minds and public policy; and we close the show hearing the latest from Color of Change, how you can get involved, and why your voice is needed right now more than ever.  *Special guests include: Alexis McGill Johnson, Planned Parenthood Federation of America and Planned Parenthood Action Fund, @PPFA; Dr. Chris Pernell, NAACP Center for Health Equity, @NAACP; Caty Borum, Center for Media & Social Impact, @cmsimpact; Rashad Robinson, Color of Change, @colorofchange.

On the radio show this week we cover the latest in the attack from far right extremists on access to abortion, birth control, IVF, and why access to mifepristone is being heard in the U.S. Supreme Court; then we cover health equity, healthcare coverage, and a new report, Lowering Costs for Black Americans: How the Inflation Reduction Act Makes Health Care and Prescription Drugs More Affordable; after that we dive into culture change and how laughter can change minds and public policy; and we close the show hearing the latest from Color of Change, how you can get involved, and why your voice is needed right now more than ever. *Special guests include: Alexis McGill Johnson, Planned Parenthood Federation of America and Planned Parenthood Action Fund, @PPFA; Dr. Chris Pernell, NAACP Center for Health Equity, @NAACP; Caty Borum, Center for Media & Social Impact, @cmsimpact; Rashad Robinson, Color of Change, @colorofchange.

3.21.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Tenn. Senate Votes to Dismantle TSU Trustees, Beyonce & The Black Cowboy History Lesson, Latest DEI Attack Tennessee Senate has voted to dismantle Tennesse State University's Board of Trustees, giving the power to Governor Bill Lee to appoint new members.   We'll talk to one of the six people who opposed the measure.    Alabama is the latest state to pass a bill targeting diversity and inclusion programs. Republican Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed a law prohibiting state funding for maintaining, sponsoring, endorsing, promoting, or affirming DEI programs.   There's been a lot of chatter about Beyonce's album cover. Some of you have no idea about black cowboys. Tonight, I will be joined by some folks from the Bill Pickett Rodeo, who will help me give you all a history lesson.  Rashad Robinson, president of Color of Change, will be in the studio to discuss his organization's latest initiatives.  A Black Kentucky state senator says she's been threatened with suspension because she's speaking for those who put her into office.  The last of Mississippi's "Goon Squad" has been sentieced. We'll tell you how long the last two racist deputies will spend in prison for torturing two black men.  And a victory for the family of the South Carolina woman who dared to take on developers trying to take her land.   Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox

During the winter break, we're replaying some of our favorite past episodes.This replay episode features a dynamic discussion from the 2021 Collective Impact Action Summit, and focuses on the importance of narrative in collective social change efforts. This discussion is led by Melody Barnes of the Aspen Institute Forum for Community Solutions, and features Crystal Echo Hawk from IllumiNative, Rashad Robinson from Color of Change, and Nayantara Sen from Real Food Real Stories. Resources and Footnotes: Video and Transcript: The Role of Narrative Change in Collective Action (Collective Impact Forum)Building Narrative Power (Color of Change)IllumiNative Insights and Actions Guide (IllumiNative)Making Waves: A Guide to Cultural Strategy (The Culture Group)Cultural Strategy: An Introduction and Primer (Art/Work Practice and Power California)Stolen Land, Stolen Bodies, and Stolen Stories (Stanford Social Innovation Review)More on Collective ImpactInfographic: What is Collective Impact?Resource List: Getting Started in Collective ImpactThe Intro music, entitled “Running,” was composed by Rafael Krux, and can be found here and is licensed under CC: By 4.0.The outro music, entitled “Deliberate Thought,” was composed by Kevin Macleod. Licensed under CC: By.Have a question related to collaborative work that you'd like to have discussed on the podcast? Contact us at: https://www.collectiveimpactforum.org/contact-us/

The New Abnormal team says comments by white supremacist Nick Fuentes that Jewish people need to be given the death penalty is another good reason to vote in the 2024 election. Plus! ! Rashad Robinson, president of Color of Change, the largest online civil rights organization in the country, explains why he feels hopeful even at a time when democracy and civil rights are under attack in America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This is T-ENT SPORTS PODCAST EPISODE 113 and this morning I have Rashad Robinson of Rite Now Radio we tackled the NBA Playoffs, Air movie, Ja Morant and more. Tap In!!!!!

Last week, Jordan Neely, a talented dancer whose impersonations of Michael Jackson made fans of many who watched him perform, was killed by a white former Marine on the New York City subway. Before the marine put Jordan in a chokehold that killed him, he'd been crying out for food. In the depths of despair, he said he wanted to die. But, what he needed was help. Countless others believe Jordan Neely should be alive today. Protests have rocked the city's subways on behalf of a young man whose mental health deteriorated following the murder of his mother. He'd sought help from the New York City Department of Homeless services, but that help – from the city or his fellow passengers – didn't arrive in time to save his life. The white man who killed him, has yet to be charged with a crime.  We speak with the President of Color of Change, Rashad Robinson. 

Last week, Jordan Neely, a talented dancer whose impersonations of Michael Jackson made fans of many who watched him perform, was killed by a white former Marine on the New York City subway. Before the marine put Jordan in a chokehold that killed him, he'd been crying out for food. In the depths of despair, he said he wanted to die. But, what he needed was help. Countless others believe Jordan Neely should be alive today. Protests have rocked the city's subways on behalf of a young man whose mental health deteriorated following the murder of his mother. He'd sought help from the New York City Department of Homeless services, but that help – from the city or his fellow passengers – didn't arrive in time to save his life. The white man who killed him, has yet to be charged with a crime.  We speak with the President of Color of Change, Rashad Robinson. 

Reid Hoffman and Bob Safian sit down once more to discuss how today's hot-button stories are impacting business. The co-hosts address the key trends that all entrepreneurs should be up to speed on, from the travails of Twitter to the triumphant return of Bob Iger. Featuring Pepsico's Mauro Porcini, CNBC's Julia Boorstin, and Color of Change's Rashad Robinson.Read a transcript of this interview at: https://mastersofscale.com/Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter at http://eepurl.com/dlirtX See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reid Hoffman and Bob Safian sit down once more to discuss how today's hot-button stories are impacting business. The co-hosts address the key trends that all entrepreneurs should be up to speed on, from the travails of Twitter to the triumphant return of Bob Iger. Featuring PepsiCo's Mauro Porcini, CNBC's Julia Boorstin, and Color of Change's Rashad Robinson.Read a transcript of this interview at: https://mastersofscale.com/Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: https://mastersofscale.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Over the summer, major social media platforms including Twitter pledged to ban and remove misinformation about voting and elections. But last week, the media and technology watchdog group Free Press released a comprehensive analysis of the election and disinformation-related policies of Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube. It concluded that these sites have not lived up to their promises. Read the Free Press report here. The rampant spread of online disinformation in the run-up to the 2022 midterms has led to real threats and violence against poll workers, politicians and voters alike. In the midst of this, billionaire Elon Musk purchased Twitter and dramatically weakened the company's ability to moderate hate speech, harassment and disinformation. We speak with Rashad Robinson, president of Color of Change, one of the 60+ civil rights and government watchdog organizations supporting the Free Press report.  In response to requests for comment from The Takeaway, TikTok directed us to their statement "Our commitment to election integrity." Twitter highlighted a Tweet thread from Yoel Roth, Head of Safety and Integrity at Twitter. Meta directed us to their statement "How Meta Is Planning for the 2022 US Midterms."

Over the summer, major social media platforms including Twitter pledged to ban and remove misinformation about voting and elections. But last week, the media and technology watchdog group Free Press released a comprehensive analysis of the election and disinformation-related policies of Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube. It concluded that these sites have not lived up to their promises. Read the Free Press report here. The rampant spread of online disinformation in the run-up to the 2022 midterms has led to real threats and violence against poll workers, politicians and voters alike. In the midst of this, billionaire Elon Musk purchased Twitter and dramatically weakened the company's ability to moderate hate speech, harassment and disinformation. We speak with Rashad Robinson, president of Color of Change, one of the 60+ civil rights and government watchdog organizations supporting the Free Press report.  In response to requests for comment from The Takeaway, TikTok directed us to their statement "Our commitment to election integrity." Twitter highlighted a Tweet thread from Yoel Roth, Head of Safety and Integrity at Twitter. Meta directed us to their statement "How Meta Is Planning for the 2022 US Midterms."

Officials are worrying about voter intimidation ahead of the midterm elections, and NBC News reports states are bracing for conspiracy-fueled threats as poll workers face heightened harassment. And a look into the real economy as it remains a top issue driving voters to the polls this midterm election. Plus,  civil rights leaders met with Elon Musk on Tuesday to share their concerns about the platform after his takeover. Carol Lee, Barbara McQuade, Jessica Huseman, Juanita Tolliver, Matthew Dowd, and Rashad Robinson join.

Ahead of midterm voting ending on Tuesday, both President Biden and former President Donald Trump held rallies to motivate voters to cast their ballots. ABC News political director Rick Klein and USA Today White House correspondent Francesca Chambers join us to talk about what issues are driving voters this election season. Then, as Elon Musk takes over as head of Twitter, he faces pressure to combat hate speech and misinformation on the platform. Rashad Robinson, president of the civil rights nonprofit Color of Change, met with Musk and joins us. And, according to estimates by some in the industry, nearly 95% of celebrity memoirs aren't written by the person on the cover. So who is penning these autobiographies? Ghostwriters who remain nameless but make a hefty profit off the projects, for the most part. Here & Now's Grace Griffin reports.

Alicia Garza welcomes back Rashad Robinson, the President of Color Of Change, a racial justice organization with more than 7 million members who demonstrate the power of Black communities every single day.  Robinson discusses his involvement in the new @netflix series #Monster. Garza and Robinson discuss crime narratives and the way they criminalize our communities, and how changing the narrative can help change policy tooPlus, Garza's weekly roundup, in which the Black delegation would like to trade Hershel Walker and Kanye for…. Listen to find out! Also, a breakdown on the executive order on marijuana.Get involved with Color Of Change.Rashad Robinson on Twitter and InstagramLady Don't Take No on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & YouTubeAlicia Garza on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & YouTube * Do you have a question for Lady's Love Notes? Seeking advice on love/romance/relationships? CLICK HERE to send Lady Garza your question, and she may read it on the show! This pod is supported by the Black Futures LabProduction by Phil SurkisTheme music: "Lady Don't Tek No" by Latyrx Alicia Garza founded the Black Futures Lab to make Black communities powerful in politics. She is the co-creator of #BlackLivesMatter and the Black Lives Matter Global Network, an international organizing project to end state violence and oppression against Black people. Garza serves as the Strategy & Partnerships Director for the National Domestic Workers Alliance. She is the co-founder of Supermajority, a new home for women's activism. Alicia was recently named to TIME's Annual TIME100 List of the 100 Most Influential People in the World, alongside her BLM co-founders Opal Tometi and Patrisse Cullors. She is the author of the critically acclaimed book, The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart (Penguin Random House),  and she warns you -- hashtags don't start movements. People do. 

The nonprofit civil rights advocacy organization Color of Change presented its Black Tech Agenda to members of Congress this week in a push for policy solutions to advance racial equity in the technology industry. Reset learns more about the group's plan from Washington Post reporter Cristiano Lima and Rashad Robinson, president of the advocacy group Color Of Change.

When it comes to racial justice, many companies and organizations haven't matched their reality to their words. Rashad Robinson, the president of Color of Change, the largest online racial justice organization in the U.S., believes companies haven't fulfilled their commitments. Hear Rashad talk through the difficulties of changing systems from Hollywood, Silicon Valley, to Washington DC, getting help from President Barack Obama, and what business leaders can do to actively change racial injustice.Read a transcript of this interview at: mastersofscale.comSubscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter at http://eepurl.com/dlirtXSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When it comes to racial justice, many companies and organizations haven't matched their reality to their words. Rashad Robinson, the president of Color of Change, the largest online racial justice organization in the U.S., is holding major corporations accountable. Hear Rashad talk through the difficulties of changing systems from Hollywood, Silicon Valley, to Washington DC, getting help from President Barack Obama, and what business leaders can do to actively change racial injustice.Read a transcript of this interview at: mastersofscale.comSubscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: https://mastersofscale.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The online civil rights organization, Color of Change, has used many different tools to push for change: ads targeted to corporate leadership, fax machines sent to lawmakers, Twitter hashtags, and online petitions. Ashley C. Ford sits down with the head of the organization, Rashad Robinson, to talk about their innovative approach to improving Black lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Color of Change’s Rashad Robinson on social media’s role in the Buffalo massacre and the propagation of extremism; Journalist Talia Lavin on how the gunman’s hateful ideology reflects hateful rhetoric found in online chatrooms she reports on; The role of monopolies in the U.S. baby formula shortage. Get Democracy Now! delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for the Daily Digest: democracynow.org/subscribe

Color of Change’s Rashad Robinson on social media’s role in the Buffalo massacre and the propagation of extremism; Journalist Talia Lavin on how the gunman’s hateful ideology reflects hateful rhetoric found in online chatrooms she reports on; The role of monopolies in the U.S. baby formula shortage. Get Democracy Now! delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for the Daily Digest: democracynow.org/subscribe

In this special, “News You Can Use” edition of the pod, Alicia shares two special conversions. First, Alicia is joined by the President of Planned Parenthood Action Fund, Alexis McGill Johnson. Alexis brings us up to date on WTF is happening with abortion rights, and lets us know exactly what we can do about it. Then, Alicia shares an update from political strategist, Jasmyne Cannick, about the outcome of the Ed Buck case, in which Buck, a long-time figure of West Hollywood politics, provided fatal doses of methamphetamine to two men who died at his apartment.Rashad Robinson, President of Color of Change, steps in for Alicia for a weekly roundup you don't want to miss! Lady Don't Take No on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookAlicia Garza on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & YouTubeThis pod is supported by the Black Futures LabProduction by Phil SurkisTheme music: "Lady Don't Tek No" by Latyrx Alicia Garza founded the Black Futures Lab to make Black communities powerful in politics. She is the co-creator of #BlackLivesMatter and the Black Lives Matter Global Network, an international organizing project to end state violence and oppression against Black people. Garza serves as the Strategy & Partnerships Director for the National Domestic Workers Alliance. She is the co-founder of Supermajority, a new home for women's activism. Alicia was recently named to TIME's Annual TIME100 List of the 100 Most Influential People in the World, alongside her BLM co-founders Opal Tometi and Patrisse Cullors. She is the author of the critically acclaimed book, The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart (Penguin Random House),  and she warns you -- hashtags don't start movements. People do. 

Rashad Robinson is an American civil rights leader and president of Color of Change, the nation's largest online racial justice organization, which organizes campaigns and mobilizes supporters to make tangible change in communities and systems.  He joined for our final, February installment of Black.Queer.Rising. a special project series we launched in accordance with Black History Month. It's a special project series highlighting Black Queer people's impact on American culture and society. Throughout the series, we interview Black, queer trailblazers and changemakers who are making an impact in their lives and in our world.  

Plus: A new report offers solutions to 'information disorder;" Brian Williams' departure highlights a talent problem at MSNBC; MyPillow CEO's media empire shows the depth and breadth of the Big Lie delusion; and more. Catherine Rampell, Eric Deggans, Zachary Petrizzo, Rashad Robinson, Abigail Tracy, Art Cullen, and Beth Levison join Brian Stelter. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy