Global Black Caucus Power to the People Podcast

Democrats Abroad Global Black Caucus
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Are you an America Expat? Are you concerned with the current political situation in America. Democrats Abroad Global Black Caucus podcast is a discussion of the issues of the day that are important to Americans at home and abroad and how you can help from where ever you are.Find us where you are: https://linktr.ee/blackcaucus

  1. Voting Rights, Section 2, and Why We Still Have Power - Power to the People Season of Resistance

    May 6

    Voting Rights, Section 2, and Why We Still Have Power - Power to the People Season of Resistance

    In this episode of Power to the People, Adrianne and Angela respond to the Supreme Court ruling on Louisiana v. Calais and the impact on Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. They discuss the emotional weight of the decision, the long history of voter suppression in the United States, and why voting remains one of the most powerful tools people still have. The conversation connects history, law, race, democracy, and personal responsibility. It also reminds listeners that primaries, local elections, and absentee voting all matter. Main Themes • The Supreme Court ruling and its impact on voting rights • Why Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act matters • The long history of racial vote dilution • The connection between past voter suppression and present day threats • Why Black voters, voters of color, poor white voters, rural voters, LGBTQ voters, and women are all affected • Why primaries matter • How Americans abroad can still vote • Why emotional exhaustion cannot become political silence Key Takeaways • Voting rights are not guaranteed. They must be protected again and again. • The Voting Rights Act helped make American democracy more inclusive. • Court decisions can reshape access to political power for generations. • Local and primary elections shape who gets power before November. • Americans living abroad still have voting power. • Staying informed is part of civic care. • Voting is not the only action, but it is one action listeners can take now. People Mentioned • Barack Obama • Hakeem Jeffries • Justice Samuel Alito • Justice Elena Kagan • Eric Holder • Reverend Dr. William J. Barber II • Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester • Kelly Robinson • Ken Martin • Damon L. Fordham • John Lewis Resources Mentioned • Vote From Abroad For Americans living outside the United States votefromabroad.org • I Will Vote For voters in the United States iwillvote.com • Blue Voter Guide For candidate research bluevoterguide.org

    28 min
  2. May Midterm Primaries - Races You Don't Want To Miss - Power to the People Podcast - Democrats Abroad Global Black Caucus

    Apr 22

    May Midterm Primaries - Races You Don't Want To Miss - Power to the People Podcast - Democrats Abroad Global Black Caucus

    Tune in and see if it's time for you to vote you your primary. We're focusing on May.Got to Vote From Abroad now to get set up.#midterms2026

    12 min
  3. Shelley Bradford Bell Votes in California from Paris, France - Season 6 Power to the People Podcast - Global Black Caucus

    Apr 22

    Shelley Bradford Bell Votes in California from Paris, France - Season 6 Power to the People Podcast - Global Black Caucus

    Salut, from Paris. Meet Shelley Bradford Bell. Learn about her Chicago political roots, decades of work in California, how to engage the youth vote, racism at work, and more.Absentee ballots and voter registration for Americans living outside of the US: Vote From Abroad.#midterms2026

    29 min
  4. What's Up Minnesota? Ron Harris Knows: Holding the Line: Power, Policy, and Community in Unstable Times

    12/24/2025

    What's Up Minnesota? Ron Harris Knows: Holding the Line: Power, Policy, and Community in Unstable Times

    Guest - Ron Harris Political strategist and longtime Democratic Party insider. Ron brings over a decade of experience inside national and local party structures, campaign strategy, and grassroots organizing. He is known for precise analysis, historical memory, and naming hard truths without softening the impact. Episode Summary A direct conversation about where the Democratic Party is right now and what communities are facing on the ground. Adrianne and Ron examine power, accountability, and the human cost of political decisions, with a specific focus on Black and immigrant communities living through heightened fear and uncertainty. This episode centers on truth. And responsibility. Topics We Cover • A DNC autopsy after the election • Structural failures within the Democratic Party • Messaging breakdowns and voter disconnection • Leadership gaps and accountability • Immigrant communities under attack • Fear, surveillance, and policy consequences • The emotional toll of nonstop political crisis • Staying engaged without burning out Key Takeaways • Strategy without listening fails • Communities experience harm before institutions respond • Political exhaustion is real and justified • Care does not replace action • Clarity strengthens movement work Why This Episode Matters • Global Black voters deserve honest analysis • Immigrant communities face immediate risks • Trust cannot be rebuilt without truth • Engagement requires sustainability Who Should Listen • Members of Democrats Abroad • Black voters and organizers globally • Immigrants and allies • Anyone asking what comes next Reflection Question What would change if political leadership centered on lived reality instead of damage control? ActionRegister to vote and request your ballot for the 2026 Midterms at Vote From Abroad.Listen and Share Share this episode with someone who wants a real conversation, not talking points.

    1h 7m
  5. Good Trouble Continues - A Tribute to John Lewis: Season of Opposition Ep 20

    07/27/2025 ·  Video

    Good Trouble Continues - A Tribute to John Lewis: Season of Opposition Ep 20

    Here is a replay of the Democrats Abroad webinar for honoring Rep John Lewis from Georgia on Good Trouble Day 2025.Hear from experts, activists, and the Democrats Abroad membership.Register to vote now in 2025 in some States, and for 2026 via Vote From Abroad.

    1h 49m
  6. They did what? June 2025 Roundup Season of Opposition Ep 19

    06/28/2025

    They did what? June 2025 Roundup Season of Opposition Ep 19

    We're halfway through the year.  Each month, we've compiled a summary of what's been happening.Civics lesson! We have to refuse the removal of our rights:US Declaration of Independencehttps://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/declaration-transcript US Constitutionhttps://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/constitution-transcript If you're looking for resistance events abroad, start here: DA Resists! - Democrats Abroad.#resistance

    1h 6m
  7. No Kings, No Tyrants – What Comes After June 14th? Pt 2 - Season of Opposition Ep 18

    06/27/2025

    No Kings, No Tyrants – What Comes After June 14th? Pt 2 - Season of Opposition Ep 18

    In this episode, we unpack the meaning and momentum of No Kings Day, a worldwide call to reject authoritarianism, white supremacy, and political violence. We look at what it meant to take to the streets on June 14th — or simply to witness it from afar — and how that energy carries forward. We also dissect Trump’s military-themed “Birthday Parade” in Washington, D.C. — a calculated spectacle with deeply concerning signals. We examine the symbolism, timing, and why it demands a strong, unified response. What You’ll Hear: Crowd estimates and firsthand accounts from No Kings Day and No Tyrants actions worldwide Emotional and political impact of mass mobilization How to stay grounded in activism without burning out The dangerous normalization of militarism in U.S. politics The role of global Black voices in resisting fascism and fear Real strategies for building resilience and reclaiming power Key Questions We Explore: What happens emotionally after such a big moment of resistance? How do we balance visibility and safety in an era of political retaliation? What are we teaching the next generation about democracy, dissent, and dignity? Links & Resources: 🗺️ Learn more: nokings.org 🌍 Connect with the Global Black Caucus: democratsabroad.org/blackcaucus 🎧 Subscribe + Share: Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Follow, rate, and share this episode with your crew—because power shared is power multiplied.

    49 min
  8. No Kings, No Tyrants – What Comes After June 14th? Pt 1 - Season of Opposition Ep 17

    06/26/2025

    No Kings, No Tyrants – What Comes After June 14th? Pt 1 - Season of Opposition Ep 17

    In this episode, we unpack the meaning and momentum of No Kings Day, a worldwide call to reject authoritarianism, white supremacy, and political violence. We look at what it meant to take to the streets on June 14th — or simply to witness it from afar — and how that energy carries forward. We also dissect Trump’s military-themed “Birthday Parade” in Washington, D.C. — a calculated spectacle with deeply concerning signals. We examine the symbolism, timing, and why it demands a strong, unified response. What You’ll Hear: Crowd estimates and firsthand accounts from No Kings Day and No Tyrants actions worldwide Emotional and political impact of mass mobilization How to stay grounded in activism without burning out The dangerous normalization of militarism in U.S. politics The role of global Black voices in resisting fascism and fear Real strategies for building resilience and reclaiming power Key Questions We Explore: What happens emotionally after such a big moment of resistance? How do we balance visibility and safety in an era of political retaliation? What are we teaching the next generation about democracy, dissent, and dignity? Links & Resources: 🗺️ Learn more: nokings.org 🌍 Connect with the Global Black Caucus: democratsabroad.org/blackcaucus 🎧 Subscribe + Share: Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Follow, rate, and share this episode with your crew—because power shared is power multiplied.

    55 min
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Are you an America Expat? Are you concerned with the current political situation in America. Democrats Abroad Global Black Caucus podcast is a discussion of the issues of the day that are important to Americans at home and abroad and how you can help from where ever you are.Find us where you are: https://linktr.ee/blackcaucus

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