Tom Alter
Tenured historian and Associate Professor of History at Texas State University and author of Toward a Cooperative Commonwealth; appeared to discuss his firing, academic freedom, and the campaign to defend him.
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Oct 14, 2025 • 1h 8min
Jacobin Radio: How to Resist ICE and Win w/ Bill Gallegos
Bill Gallegos, a veteran Chicano activist, shares how diverse groups in Los Angeles successfully resisted Trump's military deployment against immigrant communities, showcasing the power of broad solidarity. Meanwhile, Tom Alter, a tenured historian recently fired for his political views, discusses the violation of academic freedom and the rising trend of McCarthyism on campuses. Both guests emphasize the importance of collective action in the face of repression and stress strategies for building united fronts against authoritarianism.
Sep 17, 2025 • 1h 35min
238 - Charlie Kirk & The War On Free Speech, & Bolsonaro JAILED
In this episode, Tom Alter, a former history professor dismissed for advocating free speech, shares his experiences and discusses the implications for academic freedom. Brian Mier dives into the legal fallout from Bolsonaro's recent imprisonment linked to a coup attempt in Brazil, highlighting threats to democracy. Tamanisha J. John tackles the Trump's administration's aggressive policies in Venezuela, exploring the challenges of neocolonialism in Latin America. Together, they shed light on the critical intersection of free speech and global politics.
