Alec Karakatsanis

Civil rights attorney Alec Karakatsanis exposes the deceptive nature of police body cameras, revealing they serve surveillance and convicting low-income individuals. He challenges the rehabilitation of Kamala Harris's criminal justice record, questioning if she is truly a cop. The discussion addresses the flaws in police reform bills and the historical roots of US policing tactics, emphasizing the need for political accountability and societal change.

Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit rankles China, civil rights lawyer Alec Karakatsanis discusses his book "Usual Cruelty," and comedian Ms. Pat talks about her series "The Ms. Pat Show."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prem Thakker, a reporter covering immigration and foreign policy, and Alec Karakatsanis, civil rights advocate and author of "Copaganda," dive into the manipulative strategies of media concerning law enforcement. They discuss Trump's immigration policies and their implications for student activists. The duo also critiques the representation of marginalized communities in mainstream media and how it affects public perception. Their lively banter mixes serious topics with humor, offering insights into the complexities of political discourse.