Ras Baraka

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka recounts his chaotic arrest at an ICE facility, where he was charged with federal trespassing while advocating for immigrant rights. Joined by Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, they discuss the alarming aggression of ICE agents and the implications for civil rights and governance. Baraka expresses outrage at the targeting of elected officials and reflects on the disturbing state of political accountability. The conversation emphasizes the tension in current immigration policies and the importance of leadership during these tumultuous times.

Ras Baraka, the Mayor of Newark, New Jersey, passionately discusses the fallout from troubling ICE raids in his city and their impact on immigrant rights. He highlights community resilience as residents band together to navigate fear and uncertainty. Workshops on understanding constitutional rights empower immigrants facing aggressive law enforcement. Baraka emphasizes the urgent need for unity and advocacy amidst a divisive political climate, urging listeners to recognize the human stories behind the statistics.

This podcast features Bonnie Watson Coleman, an 80-year-old cancer survivor and Congresswoman from New Jersey, alongside Ras Baraka, the Mayor of Newark and a gubernatorial candidate. They discuss Baraka's arrest during a protest at a private ICE jail, criticizing the Trump administration's abuses of power. Coleman shares her own experience with threats from DHS for visiting the facility. The conversation also touches on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, highlighting the dire need for U.S. action and the intersections of local and global political issues.