In this episode, I talk about how some Republican candidates are trying to walk back their extremist views on such issues as the 2020 election and abortion rights. They are unabashedly trying to move away from their extreme views and take positions more towards the center. Also, I talk about book banning in public schools and how undemocratic that is. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify....
Sep 18, 2022•37 min
In this episode, I share some stories about my days as a Black student in the segregated school system in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
Sep 11, 2022•42 min
In this episode, I share thoughts on the former president and his followers are responding to the seizure of classified documents by the FBI from his home. Also, I share my thoughts on how democracy is being threatened, from the local level to the federal level.
Sep 04, 2022•40 min
In this episode, Deborah Keys Write and I have a conversation about the work she does as a national school board consultant. We talk about some of the historical and contemporary issues facing school boards, including diversity, equity, and inclusion. We also discuss the recent national trend of politicizing local school board elections, which impacts their decisions about curriculum; whether or not certain topics can be discussed in classes; and which books cannot be available in school librari...
Aug 29, 2022•58 min
In this episode, I share my thoughts about the anti-woke movement and how it is attempting to censor words, thoughts, and books. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
Aug 21, 2022•33 min
In this episode, I share my thoughts on the recent search of DJT's home by the FBI and the impact of the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act. Also, I share my thoughts on the drift toward autocracy, as evidenced by efforts to ban books and the rise of Christian Nationalism and Trumpism.
Aug 14, 2022•43 min
In this episode of Looking Back/Moving Forward, I offer commentary on recent news events, including Breona Taylor, Alex Jones, and Trump World.
Aug 07, 2022•35 min
In this episode, I share my thoughts about the work of the January 6 House Select Committee.
Jul 31, 2022•25 min
In this episode of Looking Back/Moving Forward I share my thoughts on a number of issues facing our country, including Black History Month, HBCU bomb threats, Brian Flores, Joe Rogan, Supreme Court nominee, Book bannings, Mike Pence, and Autocracy within the Republican Party. The Podcast is accessible at · anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris · https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward · https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj...
Feb 06, 2022•39 min
In this episode of Looking Back/Moving Forward, I share my memories of Dr. King as we celebrate his 93rd birthday. In addition, I share my thoughts on the resistance in the US Senate to fulfill Dr. King's dream of equal access to the right to vote by ALL citizens in this country. The Podcast is accessible at · anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris · https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward · https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj...
Jan 16, 2022•32 min
In this episode of Looking Back/Moving Forward, I share my thoughts on what led to the insurrection attempted coup on 1/6/21 and what has happened since then to further threaten our democracy. From Trump's Big Lie to right-wing media's and Republican politicians' effort to perpetuate the lie, there has been a discernible drift toward autocracy in this country. The Podcast is accessible at · anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris · https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward · https:...
Jan 07, 2022•47 min
In this episode of Looking Back/Moving Forward , I share my thoughts about the January 6 Committee, Joe Manchin, the Build Back Better legislation, and threats to democracy. The Podcast is accessible at · anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris · https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward · https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
Dec 21, 2021•38 min
In this episode of Looking Forward/Looking Back, I share my thoughts on the Supreme Court's hearing on the Mississippi abortion ban. Also, I discuss my thoughts on why politicians have turned COVID from a public health issue into a political one. In addition, I share my thoughts on efforts to destroy democracy in this country. The Podcast is accessible at · anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris · https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward · https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XR...
Dec 13, 2021•38 min
In this episode I offer my thoughts on the verdicts in the Rittenhouse, Arbery, and White Supremacists cases. Also, I address examples of extremism and racism among some politicians in Congress. The Podcast is accessible at · anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris · https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward · https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
Nov 29, 2021•43 min
In this episode of Looking Back/Moving Forward , I offer my thoughts and opinions about items in the news, including the Ahmad Arbery trial and the Rittenhouse trial. I also talk about the book, Peril , and how the authors chronicled how close the country came to experiencing a coup, at the hands of 45 and his followers. Moreover, the threat to democracy did not end on January 6. The threat actually accelerated on that infamous day; and vigilance and voting are the only things that will end the ...
Nov 15, 2021•32 min
In this episode of Looking Back/Moving Forward, I offer my thoughts on such issues as book censorship, attacks on what some people call Critical Race Theory, the consequences of not being vaccinated, and the results of depending on quackery to make decisions about the COVID vaccine. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
Nov 07, 2021•34 min
In this episode of Looking Back/ Moving Forward, I share some of my thoughts on issues of the day - Critical Race Theory, The Big Lie, and the upcoming mid-term election in 2022. To access the Podcast, go to Spotify, Google Podcasts, or anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris
Oct 24, 2021•40 min
In this episode of Looking Back/Moving Forward, I share more thoughts about what's going on in my state of Texas and in other parts of the country regarding social justice and those who oppose to it. To access the podcast, go to anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris
Oct 18, 2021•35 min
In this episode, I have a conversation about Covid-19 with Dr. Amber Cheatham, a scientist at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, D.C. We talk about some of the medical and scientific evidence that we all need to know about Covid-19 and the protocols for reducing its spread. In the interest of full-disclosure and transparency, Dr. Cheatham is my cousin. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotif...
Sep 14, 2021•45 min
In this episode, I connect the dots among Jim Crow 1.0, Jim Crow 2.0, and Jim Crow 3.0. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
Sep 05, 2021•39 min
In this episode of Looking Back/Moving Forward, I share my thoughts on the continuing saga of voter suppression and the demonization of Critical Race Theory. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
Jul 14, 2021•27 min
In this episode, I share stories about growing up in the Jim Crow south, and how that relates to the current understanding of Critical Race Theory. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
Jul 05, 2021•38 min
In this episode of Looking Back/Moving Forward, I share my thoughts on several issues of the day, including Critical Race Theory, Voter Suppression, and efforts by some to whitewash our country's history. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
Jun 29, 2021•35 min
In this episode, I offer my thoughts on Juneteenth, Critical Race Theory and the unhinged, irrational opposition to both. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
Jun 21, 2021•40 min
In this episode of Looking Back/Moving Forward, Dr. Johnny Dupree, former four-term mayor of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and I discuss politics and race - both past and present. In addition, Mayor Dupree describes his path to success as a Black man in a southern town. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
Jun 14, 2021•56 min
In this episode, I share my thoughts on some of the issues of the day, including how the current political and racial climate will impact the future of American democracy. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
Jun 07, 2021•36 min
In this episode, I share thoughts regarding the 1921 Tulsa Massacre, which occurred 100 years ago today. Also, I share my thoughts on the failure of Republicans to support the January 6 Commission. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
May 31, 2021•38 min
In this episode, I share my thoughts about what's going on with the proposed January 6 Commission and what has changed since the death of George Floyd, one year ago. Also, I chat about Republican personalities, such as Marjorie Taylor Greene, Donald Trump, Mitch McConnel, and Kevin McCarthy. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj...
May 24, 2021•37 min
In this episode, I offer commentary on many of today's headlines, especially those that deal with politics, race, and racism. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
May 17, 2021•38 min
In this episode of my Podcast, I share my thoughts on several issues regarding the political landscape, including Liz Cheney, the past, present, and future of the Republican Party, Critical Race Theory, and laws being enacted that are exact manifestations of Critical Race Theory. The Podcast is accessible at anchor.fm/anthony-j-harris https://podcasts.google.com/search/looking%20back%2Fmoving%20forward https://open.spotify.com/show/1kW5Ltn6XRYj2349eVhMUj
May 10, 2021•44 min
