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    Supporting Student Activism: The Fight for Peace and Justice on Campus

    By The Rashad Richey Morning ShowChris Smith,

    2024-05-02

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    In a recent episode of The Rashad Richey Morning Show the weekly segment " Run Tell That " featured an insightful interview with former Ohio state senator and social justice advocate, the Honorable Nina Turner . The conversation shed light on the powerful student activism movements taking place on college campuses across the country.

    The segment began with a warm welcome to Senator Turner, who shared her insights on the importance of supporting student activists who are standing up for peace and justice for the Palestinian people in Gaza. These students, exercising their First Amendment rights. Despite facing challenges and resistance, they continue to advocate for a better world.

    Throughout the interview, Senator Turner emphasized the need for solidarity and community support for these brave individuals. She called on parents, community members, and fellow students to stand together in the face of adversity and support the students who are risking their futures to fight for a just cause.

    The conversation delved into the concerning trend of law enforcement being weaponized against peaceful protesters, highlighting the dangers faced by those advocating for change. Senator Turner urged listeners to take action in whatever way they can, whether through social media, phone calls, or in-person support, emphasizing the collective responsibility to stand up for justice.

    As the segment drew to a close, Senator Turner shared information about her organization, We Are Somebody , which focuses on building capacity for working-class individuals. She encouraged listeners to get involved and support the organization's mission to empower communities and create positive change.

    To listen to the full segment, "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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