Laura Flanders & Friends | 🌍 Israel-Hamas Conflict: A Closer Look #newstoday #shorts @LauraFlandersAndFriends | Uploaded November 2023 | Updated October 2024, 1 hour ago.
In this YouTube Short, we dive into the recent Israel - Hamas conflict, marked by violence at a scale we have never seen before.
We explore the history of attacks and responses between Palestine and Israel, the changing dynamics in public opinion, and the evolving narrative surrounding Palestinian voices and their resistance.
Join us for a thought-provoking analysis of a complex and rapidly-changing situation and watch the full episode here: youtu.be/MTdW2o6TRgI
#israelpalestineconflict #israel #hamas #gaza
In this YouTube Short, we dive into the recent Israel - Hamas conflict, marked by violence at a scale we have never seen before.
We explore the history of attacks and responses between Palestine and Israel, the changing dynamics in public opinion, and the evolving narrative surrounding Palestinian voices and their resistance.
Join us for a thought-provoking analysis of a complex and rapidly-changing situation and watch the full episode here: youtu.be/MTdW2o6TRgI
#israelpalestineconflict #israel #hamas #gaza
![What Happens When You Give Cash to Black Moms, No Strings Attached? [Guaranteed Income, Explained]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YhLyOSJWO0s/hqdefault.jpg "What Happens When You Give Cash to Black Moms, No Strings Attached? [Guaranteed Income, Explained]
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Guaranteed income programs could have a transformative impact on individuals and families living in low-income households — and make strides in ending poverty…
The Magnolia Mothers Trust in Jackson, Mississippi aims to provide relief for low-income individuals and families. In this episode, we delve into the challenges faced by those living on a low income and emphasize the importance of affordable housing and support for single-income households.
The Magnolia Mothers Trust, which is the first guaranteed income pilot program in the United States, addresses income inequities and supports low-income African-American single mothers residing in affordable housing. By providing a monthly cash payment of $1000 with no strings attached, the program offers a lifeline to these families, enabling them to address immediate needs and achieve financial stability. This comprehensive approach recognizes the unique challenges faced by single-income households and emphasizes the importance of holistic support.
With 37.9 million Americans currently living in poverty, it is imperative to prioritize poverty alleviation efforts. Guaranteed income programs like the Magnolia Mothers Trust demonstrate the potential to lift individuals and families out of poverty and create pathways to financial independence. By providing direct cash support and investing in the dreams and aspirations of those in need, these programs offer hope for a brighter future.
Living on a low income presents unique challenges, and saving for the future becomes virtually impossible. Many individuals and families face obstacles in building financial resilience and escaping the cycle of poverty. Guaranteed income programs can alleviate some of these challenges by providing a financial buffer and fostering a sense of empowerment.
By recognizing the importance of supporting single-income and low-income families, we can strive for greater equity and ensure that no one is left behind in the journey towards ending poverty.
“Clearly it is not only about the cash. I had the opportunity to meet some very wonderful people. I was also able to socialize with different women who were also in the same shoes as me or similar . . . The women there are not getting involved and then leaving you stranded.” - Anquoindria Moore
00:00 Intro
00:55 What the end of COVID 19 relief means for families in need
01:30 The solution that cut monthly childhood poverty by 1/3
02:04 Cash relief for Black moms: Magnolia Mothers Trust
02:57 The problem that Magnolia Mothers Trust is solving
04:35 Anquoindrias story of cash relief
05:54 How the cash relief program works
08:27 Why this new cash relief program is different (& so effective)
11:03 Have alternatives to this program succeeded?
11:36 Who deserves this kind of help?
14:15 How to choose who gets cash relief
16:14 How many guaranteed income programs are there?
18:03 Addressing political pushback on cash relief programs
21:36 How to provide better federal policies for cash relief
GUESTS:
Anquoindria Moore: Recipient, The Magnolia Mothers Trust
Dr. Aisha Nyandoro: CEO, Springboard To Opportunities
Dorian Warren: Co-President, Community Change
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![What We Get WRONG About Our Jail Population [criminal justice reform] #shorts](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YtUQ0Hg7aEo/hqdefault.jpg "What We Get WRONG About Our Jail Population [criminal justice reform] #shorts
Heres how we think about our jail population...
Often, when people claim they want to address an issue, what they really mean is theyd rather not see it. This mindset becomes evident when society does not address homelessness, jail, or the need for criminal justice reform. This can lead to grave consequences, as real decisions impact real lives. In the context of jail, prisons, and places like Rikers Island, theres a tendency to prematurely assume guilt. The conditions of Rikers Island and the overall criminal justice system highlight the urgent need for change. Democrats call for a comprehensive overhaul of the USA criminal justice system. Its crucial to recognize that such divisions of us versus them are illusions. Todays us could easily be tomorrows them.
#criminaljustice #prisonreform #newstoday")
