Christopher George Latore Wallace A.K.A. Big, Biggie Smalls, Frank White, Notorious, Big Poppa, . . ., freestyling at a Brooklyn's st corner at Bedford-Stuyvesant when he was 17 years old.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/15005468

These rappers really be having FBI levels of information on each other 😂

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/15004698

The comments on yt, hahahaha

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“Every officer that I saw…was shooting for our heads. [Rubber bullet] hit me right above the head…I literally thought I was going to die”

A UCLA encampment protestor speaks on the brutal aggression they experienced and the violation of their civil rights.

Direct video link: https://video.twimg.com/amplify_video/1786605964130729984/vid/avc1/720x1280/Tgpy53eLtiaGZrtb.mp4

Source: https://twitter.com/BTnewsroom/status/1786606265004941628

Bill Hicks, American comedian (1961–1994)

William Melvin Hicks was an American stand-up comedian and satirist.

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Independent, unencumbered analysis and investigative reporting, captive to no dogma or faction.

Reporter Ken Klippenstein weighs in on his resignation from The Intercept.

Summary

1. The Intercept’s abandonment of fearless journalism and prioritization of funders over journalistic integrity led to Ken Klippenstein’s resignation.
2. The General Counsel at The Intercept stopped Klippenstein’s story on Jeff Bezos and his $100 million charity grant, reflecting a conflict of interest with the outlet’s billionaire donor.
3. The Intercept’s corporate influence and lack of resources have hindered the ability to pursue impactful journalism, leading to discontent among staff members.
4. Klippenstein launched his own substack to avoid compromising his journalistic principles and to cater to an audience seeking news that differs from mainstream media.
5. Despite some pushback from Intercept staff defending the General Counsel, Klippenstein’s resignation post provides specific evidence and highlights the need for journalistic transparency at the outlet.

Briahna Joy Gray and Robby Soave discuss the latest on the protests on college campuses.

Summary

1. The incidents at UCLA and other universities highlight the ongoing tensions between pro-Palestine and pro-Israel groups, with clashes erupting and calls for divestment from Israel.
2. The response of law enforcement to these protests raises questions about selective enforcement and the protection of free speech rights.
3. President Biden’s remarks reflect the delicate balance between supporting free speech and condemning hate speech, while also addressing the need for the rule of law in handling protests.
4. The international dimension of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is evident in the criticism of Israel’s actions and the call for accountability for potential war crimes.
5. The passing of a campus anti-Semitism definition law and the equating of criticism of Israel with anti-Semitism raises concerns about the restriction of speech and academic freedom.
6. The contrasting res

Briahna Joy Gray and Robby Soave discuss news that another Boeing whistleblower as died.

Summary

1. The death of Joshua Dean, the second Boeing whistleblower to die in recent months, raises concerns about potential retaliation against employees who raise concerns about manufacturing defects in the company.
2. The integration of defective parts into operating aircraft highlights the lack of accountability and safety concerns within Boeing’s manufacturing process.
3. The influence of the airline industry on lawmakers undermines consumer protections, as seen in the advancement of a bill that could make it harder for passengers to receive automatic refunds for canceled or delayed flights. This highlights the need for stronger regulations and transparency in the industry.

The dice rolls 1, it's Troy's turn to go down and open the door for the pizza guy...did you know Pierce once had sex with Eartha Kitt?

Watch live views of students protesting at UCLA in Los Angeles. The university canceled classes on Wednesday after dueling groups of protesters clashed overnight, shoving, kicking and beating each other with sticks as pro-Israel demonstrators tried to pull down barricades surrounding a pro-Palestinian encampment.

Follow latest updates on college protests here:

https://apnews.com/live/college-protests-palestine-updates

Police at UCLA on Wednesday afternoon ordered people to clear out of the pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA after a night of violence that went unchecked for hours. Desmond Shaw, Lauren Pozen and Tom Wait report.

Short Summary -1. Police presence at UCLA as protesters remain in encampment -2. Law enforcement forming skirmish lines around protesters -3. Protesters prepared for potential arrest -4. Calls for investigation into delayed police response -5. Mixed opinions among students about the encampment -6. Uncertainty about when police operation will unfold -7. Campus locked down with increased security measures

Key Insights -1. The heavy law enforcement presence indicates a serious effort to maintain order and prevent further violence on campus. -2. The standstill between protesters and law enforcement suggests a potential waiting game, with law enforcement waiting for protesters to tire or disperse. -3. The encampment includes a mix of students, faculty, and outside supporters, d

Dr. Ruha Benjamin delivers a poignant speech on sisterhood and its study and application during Spelman College's Founder Day Convocation 2024.

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Today we offer a very special Global Capitalism special in honor of “May Day”

Today's May Day Special, a collaborative effort with long-time contributor Charles Fabian, opens with the major causes for why May Day 2024 is so special. These include the fact that the great crash of global capitalism in 2008-2009 shook the world in ways that include shocking a declining US labor movement back to life and growth.

We saw that in 2011 when the Occupy Wall Street movement shook the US and beyond again. Then the "Fight for $15" swept across low-wage America as it still does. Then a socialist named Bernie Sanders rose to prominence and changed how millions of Americans viewed the economy and could see the need to vote for a direct challenge to capitalism. Nor did the pandemic slow down the growth of an anti-capitalist left that shows up these days as a 70% approval rating for unions in the Gallup poll and for hugely successful unionizati

System Update is a weekly show hosted by Glenn Greenwald, where he explores different topics in as in-depth and critical a manner as possible.

TIMESTAMPS:

• Intro (8:07)
• Dems Save Mike Johnson (12:47)
• Interview with Lee Fang (34:32)
• Interview with Dr. Jill Stein (56:12)
• Outro (1:26:13)

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System Update is a weekly show hosted by Glenn Greenwald, where he explores different topics in as in-depth and critical a manner as possible.

Timestamp:

• [12:16] Glenn starts talking

Green Party candidate Jill Stein recounts her arrest at pro-Gaza protest at Washington University in Missouri.

Short Summary:

1. Jill Stein was arrested during a pro-Palestine protest at Washington University for refusing to leave after being asked multiple times.
2. Stein tried to de-escalate the situation by speaking with university administrators, but the police assaulted her with a bicycle and charged her with assaulting a police officer.
3. Stein believes the assaults on protesters reflect a disconnect between the government and the majority opinion of the American people who find the genocide in Palestine unacceptable.
4. Stein discusses her presidential campaign, stating that the media has intentionally left her out of the mix, but recent events have brought attention to her campaign. Recent polling shows her at 8% overall and 22% among voters aged 30 and under.

Summary:

1. The arrest and assault of Jill Stein during the pro-Palestine protest highlight the intense tensio

[EU S14 E17] The Phenomenon of China

This week’s Economic Update Professor Richard Wolff dedicates the entire show to the economic developmental achievement of China, together with the historical background that motivated that achievement. We analyze the uniqueness of both the economic philosophy and the politics of China.

Short Summary

1. China’s economic growth and development in the past 70 years is a remarkable phenomenon.
2. China has become the manufacturing center for the whole world and a crucial player in global trade.
3. China’s unique blend of state and private sector enterprises has allowed for rapid industrialization and technological advancements.
4. The Chinese Communist Party plays a dominant role in politics and aims to overcome uneven development while building alliances with other nations.
5. China’s future could lead to either becoming a new hegemonic empire or fostering a collective global community of nations.

Summary

1. China’s economic growth and d