Advancing Racial Equity and Justice

Rob Wilcox on the Gun Safety Movement 25 Years After Columbine

Rob Wilcox, deputy director of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, joins the show to discuss the 25th anniversary of the Columbine High School shooting.

Preston Mitchum on Advocacy, Representation, and Black History Month

This week on “The Tent,” Preston Mitchum discusses Black History Month and the need for intersectional advocacy; CAP Action’s Allison McManus also joins for a conversation on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Biden Administration’s New Investments in Electric Vehicle and Battery Production Could Benefit Black Americans

New electric vehicle and battery manufacturing jobs supported by the Inflation Reduction Act are located in areas with an above-average share of Black Americans.

Melinda Maerker on ‘We Live Here’ and LGBTQI+ Equality

This week on “The Tent,” Melinda Maerker joins to discuss her new documentary, “We Live Here: The Midwest.”

Laura Meckler on Dream Town and Equity in Schools

Laura Meckler, education writer for The Washington Post, joins the show to talk about her new book and racial equity in schools.

Latino Communities Could Disproportionately Benefit From New Semiconductor Investments

New chipmaking investments are located in areas with a greater share of Latinos.

Cities in Blue States Experiencing Larger Declines in Gun Violence in 2023

Original analysis from the Center for American Progress Action Fund shows that, on average, cities in blue states have lower rates of gun homicides and shooting incidents than comparably sized cities in red states and are seeing larger single-year decreases in gun violence rates in 2023.

Sara Nelson on Why ‘Every Day Should Be Labor Day’

International President of the Association of Flight Attendants Sara Nelson joins "The Tent" to discuss what aviation workers are fighting for and the labor movement.

Maya Wiley on the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington

Maya Wiley, president and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, joins the show.

The Tent: Taifa Smith Butler on Black Women’s Equal Pay Day

Demos President Taifa Smith Butler joins Colin to discuss Black Women’s Equal Pay Day, the Biden administration's economic agenda, and extremist attacks on education.

Brandon Wolf and Chasten Buttigieg on Pride, Activism, and A Place for Us

LBTQI+ rights activists Chasten Buttigieg and Brandon Wolf talk gun violence prevention, the Pulse Nightclub tragedy, and Wolf's new book, A Place for Us.

Sen. Chris Murphy on Winning the Fight for Gun Safety

Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) joins Colin to discuss the one-year anniversary of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act; the critical role of advocacy groups in achieving gun violence prevention wins; and realistic, bipartisan paths forward on commonsense gun reform.

Dr. Kellan Baker on Protecting LGBTQI+ Rights and Health

Kellan Baker joins Colin to discuss Pride month, attacks on transgender rights and access to health care, and policy issues that affect broader LGBTQI+ health.

CAP Action’s Nick Wilson on the Causes and Geography of Gun Violence

Nick Wilson joins the podcast to discuss the overabundance of guns in the United States, how MAGA extremists are silencing calls for gun control, and paths forward for gun safety legislation.

As antisemitic hate crimes rise, I see alarming parallels to my grandmother’s childhood during the Holocaust

Nathan Wolfson commemorates Yom HaShoah by remembering his family’s history in the Holocaust. He warns that increasing antisemitism from the far right poses a real threat in America.

‘The Tent’ Live! With Author Neil King Jr.

Join the Center for American Progress Action Fund for a live podcast recording of "The Tent" with Neil King Jr., author of the upcoming book American Ramble: A Walk of Memory and Renewal.

Fred Guttenberg Busts the Myths That Fuel Gun Violence in America

This week, Daniella sits down with gun safety activist Fred Guttenberg to discuss gun violence prevention in the United States.

What It’s Like to Be an LGBTQ+ High Schooler in DeSantis’s Florida

Florida high school student Cameron Driggers explains how Gov. Ron DeSantis’ (R-FL) policies affect LGBTQ+ students like him. He warns that a potential DeSantis presidency would bring extremist policies to Americans everywhere.

Jamal Simmons on Black Progressive Leadership and Fighting for All Americans

Daniella and Colin sit down with Jamal Simmons to discuss the work of Black progressive leaders in Congress and the White House, President Joe Biden's economic agenda, and MAGA Republican attacks on racial equity and rights.

Margaret Brown on Reparations, Justice, and Healing From the Legacy of Slavery

This week on “The Tent,” Daniella sits down with award-winning filmmaker Margaret Brown to discuss her 2022 documentary, “Descendant.”

Kelley Robinson Says, ‘We’re Here, We’re Queer, and We Are Voting!’

This week, a new co-host is announced and Daniella sits down with Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson to discuss how the fast-growing LGBTQI+ voting bloc might shape future elections.

A message for Texas Republicans: Gun violence is the problem

Texas teacher, mother, and gun owner Danielle Navarro calls on Republicans to support commonsense gun laws in an op-ed. Navarro hopes for a country free from the terror of senseless gun violence for her children and all students.

New Hampshire Student Rallies To End Gun Violence, and Congress Answers

After the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas, on May 24, 2022, a New Hampshire student called on Congress to enact gun violence prevention legislation.

The education investments we need to make

In an op-ed, Akilah Alleyne argues that the United States has an urgent need to invest in schools and teachers. Alleyne argues that MAGA extremists are trying to brush past the investment challenges facing our schools and instead they focus their efforts on pushing for book bans.

Fact Sheet: Dangerous Gun Laws in North Carolina

Amid a 20 percent surge in gun deaths across North Carolina from 2016 to 2020, Ted Budd made more than $4 million by flooding the state with guns.

Fact Sheet: Dangerous Gun Laws in Texas

Even after several high-profile mass shootings in Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott continues to weaken the state's gun crime laws; gun deaths have surged 44 percent during his time in office.

Fact Sheet: The Truth ​A​bout Violent Crime in Minnesota

Violent crime in Minnesota is increasingly fueled by guns, with the share of murders committed with a firearm increasing 27 percent and statewide gun sales surging a stunning 180 percent in the past decade.

The Truth About Violent Crime in Oregon

Violent crime in Oregon is increasingly fueled by gun violence, with the share of murders committed with a gun in Portland surging 25 percent in recent years. Christine Drazan and Betsy Johnson would only make things worse.

Will Jawando on Helping Black Communities Thrive

Will Jawando joins Daniella to discuss his new book, the importance of uplifting Black narratives, key policies that can help Black children succeed, and how the communities he works with are feeling heading into the midterms.

Fact Sheet: Dangerous Gun Laws in Florida

MAGA Republicans in Florida have driven a massive surge in gun-related violence, with gun crime increasing 20 percent since Gov. DeSantis took office.

Fact Sheet: Dangerous Gun Laws in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s violence problem is increasingly a gun violence problem: While homicides have decreased over the past decade, the share due to guns has increased by 13 percent. MAGA Republicans would make it worse.

Blame Republicans for High Crime Rates

In a letter to the editor, Patrick Gaspard argues that Republicans are misattributing a rise in gun violence and violent crime to decreased police funding and criminal justice reforms rather than to weakened gun laws.

Fact Sheet: Dangerous Gun Laws in Georgia

Brian Kemp made dangerous gun laws a key part of his campaign for governor in 2018—and since taking office, he has doubled down on these policies: Under Kemp’s watch, the number of homicides in Georgia has surged a stunning 23 percent.

Fact Sheet: The Truth About Violent Crime in Clark County

Donald Trump has blamed Gov. Steve Sisolak for what he calls a “cesspool of crime” in Nevada, but it's his fellow Republican Joe Lombardo who oversaw a record spike in murders while serving as Clark County sheriff.

Successful Messaging for Democrats on Crime and Criminal Justice Reform

A Polling Briefing featuring Artist and Activist John Legend

The GOP’s myth of an ‘open border’

Debu Gandhi debunks the “open border” myth and discusses why Congress must act on a bipartisan basis to pass comprehensive immigration reform.

Fact Sheet: Dangerous Gun Laws in Wisconsin

Gov. Tony Evers’ veto of MAGA Republican laws has prevented an even more severe rise in gun violence.

Building a Democratic Brand on Crime and Public Safety

This summary of research explores public attitudes related to crime, as well as guidance on how Democrats can better message on the issue.

Fact Sheet: Dangerous Gun Laws in Arizona

Since the Tucson mass shooting, Arizona Republicans have passed more than a dozen dangerous gun laws; now, Arizonans are paying with their lives.

Becky Pringle on Supporting Students and Educators This School Year

This week, Daniella sits down with Becky Pringle, president of the National Education Association, to discuss the national teacher shortage, student performance, and ways to make schools safer and more equitable.

MAGA Extremism in Schools: Republican-Led States Are Banning Books, Not Guns

In 2022, Democratic-led states focused on passing laws to keep kids safe in schools, while Republican-led states focused on banning books.

Gun Lobby Donations Are Driving the GOP’s Increasingly Extreme Opposition to Gun Control

As the gun lobby increases its donations to GOP candidates, the Republican Party unifies against gun control, including against passing the assault weapons ban.

5 Things To Know About Debt Cancellation

Student debt cancellation would help people of all ages, reduce the racial wealth gap, and help borrowers weather turmoil in the student loan system.

Democratic Mayors Have Taken Decisive Actions To Stop Crime and Make Their Communities Safer

Democratic mayors across the country are using a wide range of strategies and approaches to respond to violent crime and address its root causes.

Republican Governors Criticize Bail Reform While Crime Rises in Their States

Despite “tough on crime” rhetoric, Republican-led states are not nearly as safe as New Jersey, a state that has ended cash bail.

Republican Leaders Across the Country Consistently Put Gun Rights Over the Safety of Law Enforcement Officials

Despite strong opposition from law enforcement agencies, Republicans have passed gun laws that endanger police officers.

Directors Betsy West and Julie Cohen on Their New Film ‘Gabby Giffords Won’t Back Down’

This week, Daniella speaks with directors Betsy West and Julie Cohen about their new film "Gabby Giffords Won't Back Down" and with CAP's Tobias Harris about the recent assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

Politics, Parenthood, and Pivoting with Emily Tisch Sussman

This week, Daniella and Emily Tisch Sussman discuss being a mother during this moment in U.S. history, future Supreme Court cases, and the recent shooting in Highland Park, Illinois.

Busting the ‘Defund the Police’ Myth

Despite Republican claims, police in the largest Democrat-run cities have not been defunded.

In Dobbs, By Overturning Roe and Denying the Right to an Abortion, the Supreme Court Has Attacked Freedom

The right to abortion has been denied—but the fight for basic freedom and dignity continues.

Congratulations, Justice Jackson

Fatima Goss Graves on a Violent, Post-Roe America

This week on "The Tent," Daniella and Fatima Goss Graves discuss abortion rights and how white supremacy fuels gun violence.

Grant Ginder on His New Novel, ‘Let’s Not Do That Again’

This week on "The Tent," Daniella sits down with Grant Grinder to discuss his latest book, "Let's Not Do That Again."

Biden: “White Supremacy Is a Poison”

A List of MAGA Republicans Who Took the ‘Great Replacement’ Theory Mainstream

A once-fringe conspiracy theory, made more prominent by leaders on the right, continues to violently divide the United States.

MAGA Republicans Will Take Your Rights If We Let Them

New Opportunities for the Biden-Harris Administration To Create Good Jobs for LGBTQI+ Workers

For decades, the U.S. economy has left LGBTQI+ individuals and their families behind, but the Biden-Harris administration can use its existing authority to uplift LGBTQI+ workers.

History has Been Confirmed

Michelle Holder on Equity and the Economic Recovery

This week, Daniella sits down with Washington Center for Equitable Growth President and CEO Michelle Holder to discuss the economy, Ukraine, and Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s confirmation hearings.

Directors Stanley Nelson and Traci Curry on Their New Documentary, ‘Attica’

This week, Daniella speaks with directors Stanley Nelson and Traci Curry about their new documentary "Attica" and the reality of the American prison system.