Voices from the Edge

Hosted by: 
Jo Ann Hardesty
Produced by: 
KBOO
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Every Thursday from 8:00 am - 9:00 am

Progressive talk radio from a grassroots perspective

About the program …

Community dialogue is important. Voices from the Edge lends a KBOO microphone to informed guests you might not hear anywhere else. With an hour to invest, the call-in format engages listeners in meaningful conversations about crucial issues like racial disparity, government accountability, environmental justice and politics on local, state and national levels. Join lively discussions about concerns that are important to you and our community. Together we’ll make Oregon and our nation a better place for a larger number of those living here.

About the host …

Jo Ann Hardesty is a Portland City Commissioner and Principal Partner at Consult Hardesty. She serves as a subject matter expert on a myriad of issues and is available as a speaker, facilitator and campaign planner. A long-time voice for Portland's under-represented communities and a leader in the struggle against racial and economic injustice, Jo Ann was three times elected to the Oregon legislature and for many years Executive Director of Oregon Action. She’s been called on by the City of Portland to help re-write the City Charter and organizes those on the downside of power to pursue their interests from the local to the federal level. She is particularly committed to leadership development and in holding those in power accountable.

Join the conversation …

Join the conversation every Thursday morning from 8-9 a.m. by calling 503-231-8187. Keep the conversation going after the program at our blog at kboo.fm/voicesfromtheedge.

 

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Topic tags: 
Community Building, Civil Rights/Human Rights, African American, Police
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People of Color and the 2008 Election: An Interview with Rudy Lopez, Center for Community Change

Airs at: Wed, 11/05/2008 at 4:00pm
Produced for:  Voices from the Edge
There's no doubt of the importance of the election of Barack Obama as America's first black president. But what role did people of color play in making this happen and where do they stand in the wake of the election? Jo Ann and Dave talk with Rudy Lopez, Directory of the Ce... Read more

Voices from the Edge

Airs at: Thu, 10/30/2008 at 8:00am - 9:00am
Produced for:  Voices from the Edge
Hosts Jo Ann and Dave explore election issues. Read more

Voices from the Edge

Airs at: Thu, 10/23/2008 at 8:00am - 9:00am
Produced for:  Voices from the Edge
Making Sense of the November 2008 Ballot Measures More mandatory prison sentences. Fewer building permits. Open primaries. These are just some of the ideas Oregonians must consider as they wade through a dozen state ballot measures on election day. Who's supporting these m... Read more

Making Sense of the November 2008 Ballot Measures

Airs at: Wed, 10/22/2008 at 5:00pm
Produced for:  Voices from the Edge
More mandatory prison sentences. Fewer building permits. Open primaries. These are just some of the ideas Oregonians must consider as they wade through a dozen state ballot measures on election day. Who's supporting these measures? Who's opposing them? What will they really... Read more

Voices from the Edge

Airs at: Thu, 10/16/2008 at 8:00am - 9:00am
Produced for:  Voices from the Edge
The nation is transfixed by the financial meltdown. It has become the top issue of the presidential campaign. But while stock prices drop, casualties continue to rise in Afghanistan and Iraq. This Saturday, soldiers, their families, veterans, journalists and peace activists... Read more

Winter Soldier Northwest: Working to end America's other crisis

Airs at: Wed, 10/15/2008 at 8:00am - 9:00am
Produced for:  Voices from the Edge
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The nation is transfixed by the financial meltdown. It has become the top issue of the presidential campaign. But while stock prices drop, casualties continue to rise in Afghanistan and Iraq. On October 18, soldiers, their families, veterans, journalists and peace activists... Read more

Voices from the Edge on 10/09/08

Airs at: Thu, 10/09/2008 at 8:00am - 9:00am
Produced for:  Voices from the Edge
The Democrats are riding a new wave of popularity this year. Are they winning new supporters because they have better policy positions than the Republicans or are they doing a better job of appealing to voters' emotions? Do we make our political choices based on reason or a... Read more

Are our politics determined by our hearts or our minds?

Airs at: Wed, 10/08/2008 at 5:00pm
Produced for:  Voices from the Edge
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The Democrats are riding a new wave of popularity this year. Are they winning new supporters because they have better policy positions than the Republicans or are they doing a better job of appealing to voters' emotions? Do we make our political choices based on reason or a... Read more

Voices from the Edge on 10/02/08

Airs at: Thu, 10/02/2008 at 8:00am - 9:00am
Produced for:  Voices from the Edge
The Bush administration says it needs $700 billion to avert the current financial crisis from turning into a global depression. Taxpayers see this as another use of their money to protect the wealthy. Congress is caught in the middle, trying to come up with a plan that will... Read more

Saving the Economy or Saving the Rich? The $700 billion bailout plan.

Airs at: Wed, 10/01/2008 at 5:00pm
Produced for:  Voices from the Edge
An Interview with Campaign for America's Future's Bill Scher: The Bush administration says it needs $700 billion to avert the current financial crisis from turning into a global depression. Taxpayers see this as another use of their money to protect the wealthy. Congress is... Read more