Is Electability The Only Thing That Democratic Voters Want?
The Democratic field for 2020 currently has 10 official members, but polls indicate that several people leading the pack have not even officially declared their candidacy: Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren. All three politicians are older than the other candidates, and each comes with a different kind of political baggage that the Democratic base may find less acceptable than in years past. Meanwhile, some voters believe than the only thing that matters is electability and beating President Donald Trump.
Jim Braude was joined by Shannon O'Brien, former state treasurer and Democratic candidate for governor; Shaynah Barnes, a former Brockton City Councilor who served as a Clinton delegate during the Democratic National Convention; and State Rep. Jon Santiago, who recently defeated Byron Rushing to represent the 9th Suffolk District.
How ‘Walk This Way’ Changed Pop Culture
The "Walk This Way" remix was one of the first hip hop-rock and roll collaborations, combining local legends Aerosmith with New York hip-hop group Run DMC. In his new book examining the pieces that fell into place to bring the song into existence, Washington Post reporter and Boston native Geoff Edgers argues that song changed the American music scene — and pop culture itself.
Jim Braude was joined by Edgers.
Donkey Therapy On Care Farm Helps Kids With Autism
The human-animal connection has long been known for its healing qualities. We love our dogs, and we love our cats — even when they don't love us back. You’ve probably also heard of equine therapy — which involves working with horses to treat mental and physical health issues. But now, as Cristina Quinn reports, there’s another animal in town that’s gaining favor in the therapy world.
IMHO: Blackface-gate… In 2019
Jim Braude shares his thoughts on how some people still apparently need to be taught that donning blackface is wrong.
