The Socialist Program with Brian Becker A Do-or-Die Moment for Free Speech in the US. Time to Stand Up [Preview]
Mar 29, 2025
The discussion highlights the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, emphasizing the urgent need for aid and solidarity. A mass march in Washington, D.C. is being organized to demand justice and challenge systemic oppression. The conversation also addresses the severe threats to free speech for students who voice dissenting opinions, particularly regarding Israel. It draws alarming parallels to historical events, underscoring the need for collective action to protect activists like Mahmoud Khalid, who faces legal challenges and potential deportation.
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Yugoslavia Bombing Anniversary
- The 26th anniversary of the NATO bombing of Yugoslavia is this week.
- Yugoslavia was a socialist country at war with no neighbors when NATO began bombing.
Mahmoud Khalil's Case
- Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate, was kidnapped from his residence and detained.
- The Trump administration is fighting to keep him detained in Louisiana, away from his family and legal team.
Stand Up for Free Speech
- Those with established democratic rights must protest these actions.
- Stand up for students targeted for speaking out against genocide.