Senator Nina Turner recently made a compelling appearance on The Rashad Richey Morning Show's signature segment " Run Tell That ". In a riveting discussion with Attorney Robert Patillo on Thursday morning at 8am, Senator Turner delved into the pressing issue of the sub minimum wage, shedding light on its historical origins and advocating for equitable pay and benefits for all workers, especially women.
The segment opened with Attorney Patillo addressing the ongoing nationwide cell phone outages, providing listeners with crucial updates on the situation. Senator Turner shared her personal experience with the outage, highlighting the real-world impact of the technical issues facing many individuals.
As the conversation shifted towards the topic of the sub minimum wage, Senator Turner passionately narrated the history behind this discriminatory wage practice, dating back to the 19th century and its roots in exploitation within the restaurant industry. She underscored the plight of women, particularly women of color, who are forced to rely heavily on tips to supplement their meager wages. Senator Turner emphasized the urgent need for systemic change and fair compensation for all workers in the service industry.
The dialogue extended to a critical examination of the cognitive dissonance prevalent among certain demographics, notably white women, who continue to support policies that undermine their economic interests. Senator Turner and Attorney Patillo dissected the complexities of identity politics, urging for solidarity and collective action in advocating for economic justice and fair treatment in the workplace.
Senator Turner's impassioned call for legislative reforms at both state and federal levels resonated with listeners, as she stressed the importance of civic engagement and grassroots activism in effecting meaningful change. She invoked the words of Frederick Douglass, urging individuals to demand justice and equity in all spheres of life.
To listen to the full segment of "Run Tell That", click the link above.
Dr. Rashad Richey, host of the award-winning ‘Rashad Richey Morning Show’ on News & Talk 1380 – WAOK/V-103FM (HD3) (Weekdays 7am -10am), and the ‘Dr. Rashad Richey Review’ on SiriusXM’s Urban View (Sundays at 1pm and 9pm), was voted 'Best Talk Radio Personality in Atlanta' by readers of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and named 'Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta' by the Atlanta Business Journal, making him the first African-American to receive these distinctions.
The intelligent and fearless television news anchor for the opinion news show, 'Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey’ on the TYT Network, which was named 'fastest growing TV news show in America', and Political Commentator for The People's Station V-103 FM, America's largest urban station, also serves as President of Rolling Out, the largest free-print urban publication in the country. This multimedia powerhouse with over 3-million combined subscribers/followers on Facebook Watch, YouTube, Podcasts, and Twitch combined, is a noted multidisciplinary academic scholar and university professor/lecturer and an Emmy-nominated television Political Analyst for CBS News Atlanta.
Believing in the power of knowledge and education, Dr. Richey holds several advanced degrees, making him one of the most academically credentialed individuals in American history according to America News Now. Completing doctoral research studies in federal policy reform from Clark Atlanta University, Dr. Richey also holds a PhD from the Business University of Costa Rica where his research and doctoral dissertation highlighted the nuances and intersectionality of politics, policy and religion.
Being a student of leadership, Dr. Richey completed studies in Executive Leadership at Cornell University and was accepted into a specialty executive law program at Harvard University in International Finance: Policy, Regulation, and Transactions. Understanding the connectivity of culture and science, Dr. Richey earned his Master of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Pacific, where his master’s thesis researched cognitive functionalities of brain entrainment. Dr. Richey also completed a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Quantum Mechanics from Universidad Empresarial, his master’s thesis was adapted into a book titled, ‘Ancient Egyptian Mastery of Quantum Physics, Vibratory Frequency, and Geometric Sciences: An Overview of Complex Scientific Applications in Ancient Cultures’, which quickly became the #1 Physics, #1 Science, #1 History, and #1 Egyptian Genre book on the Amazon platform.
Recently, Dr. Richey completed his Juris Doctor (law degree) from Renaissance University after transferring from Birmingham School of Law, where he attended for 2 years. He accepted the position as Director of Global Legal Operations for the multinational law firm, The International Law Group of Human & Civil Rights Attorneys P.C., also known as The Fairness Firm, with offices in the USA, Canada, France, Spain, and Cape Town Africa.
As host of The Rashad Richey Morning Show, Dr. Richey has interviewed everyone from Vice-President Kamala Harris to TI, and always brings relevant information, the best on-air debates, and most insightful interviews in media. Tune in every weekday morning from 7am-10am on News and Talk 1380-WAOK, V-103FM (HD3), www.WAOK.com , or on the Audacy App.
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