91.3 KBCS · 91.3KBCS 20240228 Riverton Park United Methodist Church And Immigrants Though the Pacific Northwest is far from the southern border, about 14,000 new cases of immigrant documentation have been filed in Washington state within the past year according to Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network (WAISN). KBCS spoke with WAISN, Policy Manager, Vanessa Reyes
91.3 KBCS · 91.3KBCS 20240228 Water Drop Back in 2019 (like today) immigration was one of the most pressing issues in the United States. There was an often-proclaimed humanitarian crisis at the southern border. And, while the Trump administration was implementing a remain in Mexico policy, those who crossed the border faced life threatening heat
91.3 KBCS · 91.3KBCS 20240227 Black History James Baldwin KBCS Producer Kevin Henry brings you a short reflection on the contribution of Writer and Civil Rights Activist, James Baldwin. Producer: Kevin Henry Photo: Allan Warren – Own work
91.3 KBCS · 91.3 KBCS 20240228 MM Yolanda Varona Founder Of Dreamers Moms In 2011, Yolanda Varona was unexpectedly separated from her children at the end of a trip across the border. She was deported to Mexico. As Varona found ways to connect with her children and worked toward being with them again, she helped
91.3 KBCS · 91.3KBCS 20240227 Deported Veterans Support House Hector Barajas Hector Barajas grew up in the Los Angeles as a lawful permanent resident noncitizen in the United States. In 1995, Barajas enlisted in the Army. During his service he won numerous awards including the Army Commendation Medal and Humanitarian Service Medal. He was
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91.3 KBCS · 91.3KBCS 20240227 Ijeoma Oluo And Michele Storm At Town Hall Seattle Be A Revolution Writer, Speaker and Internet Yeller, Ijeoma Oluo spoke with ACLU Washington Executive Director, Michele Storms at Town Hall Seattle on February 9th, 2024. This event is a Town Hall Seattle Production. KBCS thanks Town Hall Seattle, Ijeoma Oluo
KBCS Producer Kevin Henry brings you a reflection on the work of Author, Journalist and Educator, Bebe Moore Campbell. Producer: Kevin Henry Photo: AALBC – Original publication: 2004 Immediate source: http://aalbc.com/authors/bebe.htm
91.3 KBCS · 91.3KBCS 20240226 Tania Mendoza Deported Dreamer Mom Tania Mendoza was born in Mexico. She was brought to the U.S by her family when she was 3 years old. Mendoza grew up in the U.S, had a daughter and a stable job. Tania Mendoza was deported from California to Tijuana When Mendoza’s
91.3 KBCS · 91.3 KBCS 20240225 Larry Gossett Speaking About The Gang Of Four The ‘Gang of Four’ or ‘Four Amigos’ is a group of four Seattle activists from Indigenous, Black, Asian, and Latinx communities. They organized and advocated for the needs of people of color from the late 60s and 70’s onward. Councilmember Larry
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What do you do when power dynamics cause harm at work, school, or home? These moments can feel isolating, particularly when the person who caused harm holds authority over you. Bellevue College Restorative Practices offers a clear framework for moving through that experience with accountability and intention. Michelle Strange serves as Director of Bellevue College
