The Bay Should Farmworkers Be Allowed to Pick Wine Grapes in Wildfire Evacuation Zones?
Sep 27, 2023
The podcast explores the debate on whether farm workers should be allowed to pick wine grapes in wildfire evacuation zones. It discusses worker safety, economic impact, and racial dynamics in the wine industry. The chapter also discusses concerns of farm workers and medical professionals, interactions with ICE, a shooting incident, and advocacy for farm workers.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Debate on Farm Workers in Wildfire Zones
01:31 • 10min
Contentious Meeting on the Ag Pass Program: Farm Workers Speak Out
11:05 • 4min
Interactions with ICE, Shooting Incident, and Advocacy for Farm Workers
15:32 • 9min
Closing Remarks and Ad for KQED Membership
24:55 • 2min