4.21.2022 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Fla. Passes New Congressional Map Dismantling 2 Majority Black Districts & Black Lawmakers sit-in
Florida Republicans pass a congressional map after a sit-in protest by Black lawmakers. That new map, backed by Republican Governor Ron DeSantis, gives the party a significant advantage in November’s elections by eliminating two majority-Black districts. We have two Flordia lawmakers who participated in today’s protest and a voting rights activist on the show tonight.
A Nevada state senator is giving up her state seat. She’s focused on becoming the next mayor of North Las Vega. Pam Spearman will discuss why she’s the best candidate for the job.
What appears to be the arrest of a young black boy accused of stealing a bag of chips by Syracuse police is causing outrage and debate about how cops should treat children.
It’s taken two years, but A Connecticut state trooper faces manslaughter for killing a man after a high-speed chase.
In Tennessee, while state lawmakers sign a bill requiring the teaching of black history in schools, a black Tennessee mayor declares April Confederate History Month.
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