Hysteria About The Girls w. Abby Phillip
Nov 20, 2025
Abby Phillip, a political journalist and CNN anchor, joins the conversation to discuss her book, *A Dream Deferred*, which explores Jesse Jackson's fight for Black political power. She highlights Jackson's activism in the 1970s and his approach to coalition-building, revealing lessons for modern Democrats. The discussion also touches on parallels between Jackson and Bernie Sanders, and the impact of Jackson's efforts on Obama and the Democratic Party. Abby shares her experiences reporting under Trump, introducing a fascinating mix of politics and media insights.
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Corporate Pressure Created New Middle-Class Doors
- Jesse Jackson pressured corporations to diversify hiring and open franchise opportunities for Black and female leaders.
- That corporate auditing work expanded middle-class pathways and reshaped access to economic power.
Epstein’s Network Spanned Politics — Mostly Men
- The recently released Epstein emails show Jeffrey Epstein stayed in touch with powerful men across the political spectrum.
- The correspondence skewed heavily male, highlighting gendered networks around Epstein.
Coalition Building Meant Listening And Uniting
- Jackson built coalitions by speaking to distinct groups and uniting them under shared goals.
- He validated individual constituencies while offering an umbrella message to move everyone forward together.
