The State Abduction of Rodney Taylor: A Fight for Life & Liberation Peace and Black Power, family. In this critical broadcast, we sit down with Mildred Pierre, the fiancée and tireless advocate of Rodney Taylor. Rodney is a beloved Gwinnett County barber, a father of seven, and a double amputee who has lived in the U.S. for over 40 years. In January 2024, Rodney was snatched by ICE. Despite a 2010 pardon for a teenage conviction, the state is attempting to deport him to Liberia—a country he has not seen since he was two years old. We discuss the harrowing reports of medical neglect at the Stewart Detention Center, his time in solitary confinement, and the community-led struggle to bring him home. 📌 Call to Action: Help Bring Rodney Taylor Home Rodney Taylor has spent over a year in ICE detention despite being a Georgia-pardoned double amputee. His health is declining, and his family needs him. We are calling on our community to flood the offices of our elected officials with demands for his immediate release on humanitarian grounds. 1. Contact Georgia’s Democratic Senators Both Senators have been briefed on this case. We need to remind them that the Black community is watching how they protect our brothers. * Senator Raphael Warnock (Has previously sent letters to ICE regarding Rodney) * Phone: (770) 694-7828 (Atlanta Office) | (202) 224-3643 (D.C. Office) * Contact Form: warnock.senate.gov/contact * Message: "I am calling to urge Senator Warnock to continue his advocacy for Rodney Taylor. As a double amputee with a state pardon, his continued detention is a human rights violation. Demand his release from Stewart Detention Center now." * Senator Jon Ossoff * Phone: (470) 786-7800 (Atlanta Office) | (202) 224-3521 (D.C. Office) * Contact Form: ossoff.senate.gov/contact-us * Message: "Senator Ossoff must intervene in the case of Rodney Taylor. We cannot allow a pardoned, disabled community member to be deported to a country he hasn't seen since he was a toddler. We need federal oversight on the medical neglect at Stewart." 2. Contact Local Democratic Representatives Since Rodney lived in the Loganville/Gwinnett area, these representatives are key allies in the fight: * Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) * Phone: (770) 987-2291 * Focus: Congressman Johnson is a staunch advocate against the "prison-to-deportation" pipeline and has jurisdiction over parts of Gwinnett. * Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-07) * Phone: (470) 775-9274 * Focus: As a representative of Gwinnett County, her office can file inquiries into the medical neglect Rodney is facing. 3. Support the Family Directly Mildred and their seven children are fighting this battle on every front—financially, emotionally, and legally. Gofundme: https://gofund.me/ec80a50d9 SUPPORT INDEPENDENT BLACK MEDIA: Black Power Media is 100% viewer-funded. We don’t take corporate checks—we answer to the community. ✊ Donate: https://blackpowermedia.org/donate ✊ Join the Patreon: https://patreon.com/blackpowermediareloaded #FreeRodneyTaylor #BlackPowerMedia #EndMassDeportation #ImmigrationJustice

"If a race has no history, if it has no worthwhile tradition, it becomes a negligible factor in the thought of the world, and it stands in danger of being exterminated." — Dr. Carter G. Woodson Welcome to another powerful edition of Rise Up! International, your daily source for revolutionary news and views on Black Power Media. Today, hosts Ikemba Ojore and Kalonji Changa dive deep into the legacy of the "Father of Black History," Dr. Carter G. Woodson. We aren't just celebrating a month; we are discussing the systematic Liberation of Black History and its role in the ongoing struggle for self-determination. To help us unpack the state of Black education and the importance of reclaiming our narrative, we are joined by two powerhouse educators from Philadelphia: Sharif El-Mekki: Founder of the Center for Black Educator Development. Ismael Jimenez: Director of Africana Studies for the School District of Philadelphia. Together, we explore how Woodson’s 1933 masterpiece, The Mis-Education of the Negro, remains a blueprint for understanding modern educational systems and why the liberation of our history is a prerequisite for the liberation of our people. 🎙️ In This Episode: The Woodson Legacy: Why Dr. Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week and his vision for year-round study. Education vs. Schooling: Breaking down the "mis-education" cycle in the 21st century. The Philly Model: How local educators are fighting to keep Africana Studies at the forefront of the curriculum. Revolutionary Pedagogy: How to teach Black history as a tool for resistance, not just a collection of dates. #BlackPowerMedia #CarterGWoodson #BlackHistory #Liberation #SharifElMekki #IsmaelJimenez #MisEducation #BlackEducation #RiseUpInternational

In this explosive episode of Black Power Media, hosts Kalonji Changa and Dr. Ikemba Ojore sit down for an exclusive, no-holds-barred interview with the man currently at the center of a national firestorm: Paul Birdsong. Birdsong, based in Philadelphia, makes the bold and highly debated claim that he is the leader of the Black Panther Party. While his group adopts the iconic imagery, berets, and armed patrols of the original 1966 vanguard, his leadership has sparked intense scrutiny from Black Panther veterans, historians, and even the descendants of the party’s founders. In this interview, we dive deep into the controversy: Lineage vs. Legacy: Does Birdsong have the "blessing" of the elders, or is this a modern-day case of political identity theft? Armed Self-Defense: Birdsong explains the rationale behind his group’s high-profile armed presence at anti-ICE protests and Philadelphia street patrols. The 10-Point Program: Is this new formation a true continuation of the Survival Programs and Marxist-Leninist ideology, or is it "symbolism without structure"? Join Kalonji Changa and Dr. Ikemba Ojore as they apply the "hard-talk" analysis BPM is known for to determine if Paul Birdsong is truly the revolutionary successor to the Panther mantle or a controversial pretender in a season of political fragmentation. Follow Black Power Media for more deep-dive political education and revolutionary analysis. Subscribe and hit the bell to never miss an exclusive. #BlackPowerMedia #BlackPantherParty #PaulBirdsong #KalonjiChanga #IkembaOjore #BlackLiberation #PoliticalAnalysis

Rise Up! International Morning Show | Black Power Media "Power to the people, not the puppets of Empire." ✊🏾 Welcome back to the Rise Up! International Morning Show, your daily source for news and radical analysis from a Black-independent perspective. Today, we cut through the imperialist propaganda to bring you the stories the corporate media refuses to cover with depth or honesty. 🔴 LIVE TODAY: Global Crisis & Resistance We are honored to welcome Dr. Gerald Horne to the program at 8:30 AM EST. As one of our most vital historians and thinkers, Dr. Horne joins us to provide essential context on three major international developments: The Venezuela Invasion: Analyzing the latest imperialist threats to Venezuelan sovereignty. The Nigerian Bombing: Breaking down the internal and external forces behind the recent violence. The Attempted Coup in Burkina Faso: Discussing the ongoing struggle for stability and self-determination in the Sahel. What to expect on Rise Up!: 🌍 Global Dispatch: Independent reporting on anti-imperialist struggles across Africa, the Caribbean, and Latin America. 🏛️ Political Analysis: Cutting through the noise of domestic politics to focus on what truly affects the Black condition. 🗣️ Voices of Resistance: Interviews with scholars, activists, and organizers who are doing the work on the ground. ✊🏾 Community Building: A space for the "Faceless Many" to engage, discuss, and organize for a better world.

Four powerhouse women, Afrikan-Centered educators and freedom fighters, join Ikemba Ojore and Kalonji Changa on Black Power Media's Rise Up! International Morning Show for a critical discussion. They dive deep into the essential connection between Afrikan-Centered education, grassroots organizing, and the ultimate goal of liberation for Black people globally. Learn why education is the key battlefield and how intentional community organizing drives real change. A must-watch for anyone serious about building Black Power and self-determination. #Kilombo #TSKPreparatory #GoshenHebrewAcademy #BlackPowerMedia 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816

On this episode of Rise Up! International Morning Show guests Heru Ofori-Atta and Tenisio Seanima join Rise Up! International Morning Show hosts Kalonji Changa and Fernando Cardenas in a powerful discussion around health and wellness. #BlackPowerMedia #OliveLeafExtract #BlackVegan 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5586317400866816

This episode of Rise Up! International Morning Show explores the courage, resilience, and moral conviction required to stand firm against fascism in all its forms. It highlights the importance of individual and collective resistance, the challenges faced when opposing authoritarian ideologies, and the enduring power of ordinary people to defend freedom, justice, and human dignity in the face of oppression.

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