All Governments Are Corrupt Feat @NewsWithB

This week on So Shameless, we welcome special guest News With B to the couch for an eye-opening conversation about New York City politics, Black political power, government surveillance, and the decisions being made that could change our communities forever.
We kick things off by discussing News With B’s remarkable autobiographical memory and how she and Tahoe originally met before diving into some of the biggest political and social issues affecting New Yorkers.
Who’s making the decisions about our neighborhoods, and why aren’t more of us involved?
We examine NYC’s proposed urban planning changes, the concept of a 20-minute city, controversial bus lanes and pedestrian islands, and how changes to city streets are affecting drivers, residents, and small businesses.
We also discuss what’s really on the back of your ballot, why News With B believes voters should reject certain proposals, and the importance of understanding what you’re voting for before stepping into the booth.
Then we get into Flock surveillance cameras, how law enforcement uses license plate recognition technology, and the privacy concerns that come with increased surveillance.
Why aren’t more Black residents attending school board meetings, City Council hearings, and other public forums where decisions about our communities are being made? And what happens when we don’t show up?
The conversation takes another turn as we discuss FD Signifier’s YouTube video Fallen Idols: How Black Leaders Fail Us, exploring why some prominent Black voices change their messaging after achieving success and whether our community holds its leaders accountable.
We also debate the influence of white women in American elections, why some voters support policies that appear to conflict with their interests, and whether code-switching and appearing more humble around white people can help Black people get ahead professionally.
Tahoe definitely has something to say about that last one! 👀
And finally, we lighten things up with a wild hypothetical: Ladies, what would you do if you were the last woman on Earth?
It’s politics, race, community accountability, uncomfortable truths, and classic So Shameless debates.
Tap in, join the conversation, and let us know where you stand!
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