2021-08-12 14:01:59

Economic power = Political power

Taifa Smith Butler, President of Demos.org speaks with Free Speech TV on the latest #JustSolutions about how economic power equals political power.

Taifa Smith Butler is the new president of Demos, a progressive think tank aimed at creating a just, inclusive multiracial democracy and economy. Butler, a long-time advocate for racial equity and economic justice, takes the leadership at Demos at a time of rising income inequality and ongoing systemic racism.

FSTV’s Just Solutions features inspiring conversations with activists, community leaders, and others working to make our world a better place. We discuss the many challenges we are facing while exploring the solutions emerging from the grassroots.

This weekly content connects listeners with grassroots activists leading frontline movements who inspire us to be effective change-makers. Missed an episode? Check out Just Solutions on FSTV VOD anytime or visit the show page for the latest clips.

#FreeSpeechTV is one of the last standing national, independent news networks committed to advancing progressive social change. #FSTV is available on Dish, DirectTV, AppleTV, Roku, Sling, and online at freespeech.org

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