The New Battles for Voting Rights 

What's Coming Next?

CTAs

There is a coordinated effort to suppress the votes of Black folks. SCOTUS weakened the Voting Rights Act in their Louisiana v. Calais decision, and redistricting has papered over majority-Black districts. 

 

However, courts have prevented the Trump administration from limiting mail-in ballots, and there are measures to be taken to restore and protect our right to vote. 

 

Join Bakari Sellers and guests for this special bonus segment from the NAACP’s 117th National Convention.  





GUESTS

 

Kristen Clarke – NAACP General Counsel 

 

Don Leonard Scott Jr – Virginia State House Speaker 





IN THIS EPISODE 

 

00:00:00 Intro

1:50 The New Battles for Voting Rights 

16:35 What’s Coming Next? 

 24:45 CTAs





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There is a coordinated effort to suppress the votes of Black folks. SCOTUS weakened the Voting Rights Act in their Louisiana v. Calais decision, and redistricting has papered over majority-Black districts.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
However, courts have prevented the Trump administration from limiting mail-in ballots, and there are measures to be taken to restore and protect our right to vote.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Join Bakari Sellers and guests for this special bonus segment from the NAACP&rsquo;s 117th National Convention.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
GUESTS
&nbsp;
Kristen Clarke &ndash; NAACP General Counsel&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Don Leonard Scott Jr &ndash; Virginia State House Speaker&nbsp;
 
IN THIS EPISODE&nbsp;
&nbsp;
00:00:00 Intro
1:50 The New Battles for Voting Rights&nbsp;
16:35 What&rsquo;s Coming Next?&nbsp;
&nbsp;24:45 CTAs
 
SUBMIT A QUESTION&nbsp;
&nbsp;
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Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks&nbsp; to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.&nbsp;
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In the spirit of the last stanza of the Black National Anthem, we rise from the past, rooted deeply in the soil of ancestral struggles, to build a home, to claim our space. On Native Land Pod, Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum guide us through the political landscape, wielding insights and unapologetic analysis, unraveling the threads that connect Black Americans and marginalized communities to a place they courageously call home.

In each episode, Angela, Bakari, and Andrew embark on a journey of reflection, taking stock of the news of the week and the country's road to the polls.

Join us each week as we navigate the dance between past and present, weaving a narrative of hope, empowerment, and the unyielding strength that defines the journey to reclaim 'Native Land.' This isn't just news analysis; it's a movement, a conversation, and a testament to the power of those who dare to rebuild and redefine the meaning of home. 

 

Talk to us:

Angela Rye @angelarye

Andrew Gillum @andrewgillum

Bakari Sellers @bakarisellers

In the spirit of the last stanza of the Black National Anthem, we rise from the past, rooted deeply in the soil of ancestral struggles, to build a home, to claim our space. On Native Land Pod, Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum guide us through the political landscape, wielding insights and unapologetic analysis, unraveling the threads that connect Black Americans and marginalized communities to a place they courageously call home.
In each episode, Angela, Bakari, and Andrew embark on a journey of reflection, taking stock of the news of the week and the country's road to the polls.
Join us each week as we navigate the dance between past and present, weaving a narrative of hope, empowerment, and the unyielding strength that defines the journey to reclaim 'Native Land.' This isn't just news analysis; it's a movement, a conversation, and a testament to the power of those who dare to rebuild and redefine the meaning of home.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Talk to us:
Angela Rye <a href="https://www.instagram.com/angelarye/?hl=en#">@angelarye</a>
Andrew Gillum <a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewgillum/?hl=en#">@andrewgillum</a>
Bakari Sellers @bakarisellers

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A Nation on Fire Tour: Voting Rights Under Attack 

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State Rep. Angie Nixon is facing two misdemeanor charges for her participation in a sit-in protest against Florida’s redistricting efforts outside governor Ron DeSantis’ office. 

 

Rep. Nixon joins Angela Rye for this live solo MiniPod to talk charges, Florida, and her bid for the U.S. senate. 

 

Read more: https://www.wctv.tv/2026/07/15/florida-rep-angie-nixon-charged-sit-in-redistricting-protest/

 

Support Rep. Nixon's Senate Campaign: https://angienixon.com/





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Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media.

 

Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: 

 

Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks  to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. 

 

Theme music created byDaniel Laurent.

State Rep. Angie Nixon is facing two misdemeanor charges for her participation in a sit-in protest against Florida&rsquo;s redistricting efforts outside governor Ron DeSantis&rsquo; office.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Rep. Nixon joins Angela Rye for this live solo MiniPod to talk charges, Florida, and her bid for the U.S. senate.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Read more: <a href="https://www.wctv.tv/2026/07/15/florida-rep-angie-nixon-charged-sit-in-redistricting-protest/">https://www.wctv.tv/2026/07/15/florida-rep-angie-nixon-charged-sit-in-redistricting-protest/</a>
&nbsp;
Support Rep. Nixon's Senate Campaign: <a href="https://angienixon.com/">https://angienixon.com/</a>
 
If you&rsquo;d like to submit a question, check out our tutorial video: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/">http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/</a> and send to @nativelandpod.&nbsp;
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Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media.
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Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Mychael is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks&nbsp; to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.&nbsp;
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Theme music created by<a href="https://www.daniellaurent.com/"> Daniel Laurent</a>.

When Fighting for Fair Maps Gets You Arrested | MiniPod

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Meet the Guests 

Arrested with Don Lemon 

Larry Hooverâs Clemency Battle

The Psychological Toll of Civil Rights Work

From the NAACP convention in Chicago: the cases of Nolan Wells and Karmelo Anthony have raised concerns about the treatment of Black youth and the narratives that shape public perception before due process can take its course. Black communities question whether the systems designed to protect them are working fairly and equitably. 

 

From the stage, Larry Hoover’s mother makes a plea for his clemency. Larry is a reformed man who served 50+ years in prison for his role founding the Gangster Disciples. 

 

Remember the church protest in Minneapolis that got Don Lemon and Georgia Fort arrested? They aren’t the only ones facing B.S. charges… We’ll hear from student activist Jerome Richardson.

 

And civil rights attorney Ben Crump has represented the family of Nolan Wells, George Floyd, Trayvon Martin, and others. Crump pushes these cases forward even after national attention has moved on. 





Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum for episode 141 of Native Land Pod, in conjunction with the 117th NAACP National Convention. 





GUESTS

 

Derrick Johnson – NAACP President & CEO 

 

Ben Crump – Civil Rights Attorney

 

Jerome Richardson – Activist 

 

Winndye Jenkins-Hoover – Community Activist 





LINKS AND RESOURCES

 

Volunteer with the NAACP: https://naacp.org/volunteer

 

Support Jermoe Richardson’s Legal Defense Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-jerome-richardsons-legal-defense

 

Learn more about Larry Hoover: https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/15/street-gang-leader-larry-hoover-clemency-bid-gov-jb-pritzker/

 

Learn more about the NAACP Convention: https://naacp.org/convention

 


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We are 103 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y’all! 

 

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Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media.

 

Thank you to the Native Land Pod team: 

 

Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks  to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. 

 

Theme music created byDaniel Laurent.

From the NAACP convention in Chicago: the cases of Nolan Wells and Karmelo Anthony have raised concerns about the treatment of Black youth and the narratives that shape public perception before due process can take its course. Black communities question whether the systems designed to protect them are working fairly and equitably.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
From the stage, Larry Hoover&rsquo;s mother makes a plea for his clemency. Larry is a reformed man who served 50+ years in prison for his role founding the Gangster Disciples.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Remember the church protest in Minneapolis that got Don Lemon and Georgia Fort arrested? They aren&rsquo;t the only ones facing B.S. charges&hellip; We&rsquo;ll hear from student activist Jerome Richardson.
&nbsp;
And civil rights attorney Ben Crump has represented the family of Nolan Wells, George Floyd, Trayvon Martin, and others. Crump pushes these cases forward even after national attention has moved on.&nbsp;
 
Join hosts Angela Rye, Bakari Sellers, and Andrew Gillum for episode 141 of Native Land Pod, in conjunction with the 117th NAACP National Convention. 
 
GUESTS
&nbsp;
Derrick Johnson &ndash; NAACP President &amp; CEO&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Ben Crump &ndash; Civil Rights Attorney
&nbsp;
Jerome Richardson &ndash; Activist&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Winndye Jenkins-Hoover &ndash; Community Activist&nbsp;
 
LINKS AND RESOURCES
&nbsp;
Volunteer with the NAACP: <a href="https://naacp.org/volunteer">https://naacp.org/volunteer</a>
&nbsp;
Support Jermoe Richardson&rsquo;s Legal Defense Fund: <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-jerome-richardsons-legal-defense">https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-jerome-richardsons-legal-defense</a>
&nbsp;
Learn more about Larry Hoover: <a href="https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/15/street-gang-leader-larry-hoover-clemency-bid-gov-jb-pritzker/">https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/05/15/street-gang-leader-larry-hoover-clemency-bid-gov-jb-pritzker/</a>
&nbsp;
Learn more about the NAACP Convention: <a href="https://naacp.org/convention">https://naacp.org/convention</a>
&nbsp;
 SUBMIT A QUESTION
Have a question for our hosts? Send a 60-second video to @nativelandpod and they may answer it on the show!&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Tutorial video for submitting questions: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/">http://www.instagram.com/reel/C5j_oBXLIg0/</a>
&nbsp;
We are 103 days away from the midterm elections. Welcome home y&rsquo;all!&nbsp;
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Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@NativeLandPod">YouTube</a>.
 
Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media.
&nbsp;
Thank you to the Native Land Pod team:&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks&nbsp; to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Theme music created by<a href="https://www.daniellaurent.com/"> Daniel Laurent</a>.

A Nation on Fire Tour: Protecting Black America 

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Why do some fights for justice hit a wall while others succeed? 

 

That’s the central premise of civil rights leader Rashad Robinson’s new book, From Presence to Power (out July 28th). Marches and social media fads alone do not gain the needed leverage over politicians and corporate executives to make change. Rashad shows us how to get from point A to point B, and achieve real power. 

 

Pre-Order From Presence to Power: https://www.rashadrobinson.com/





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Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks  to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media. 

 

Theme music created byDaniel Laurent.

Why do some fights for justice hit a wall while others succeed?&nbsp;
&nbsp;
That&rsquo;s the central premise of civil rights leader Rashad Robinson&rsquo;s new book, From Presence to Power (out July 28th). Marches and social media fads alone do not gain the needed leverage over politicians and corporate executives to make change. Rashad shows us how to get from point A to point B, and achieve real power.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Pre-Order From Presence to Power: <a href="https://www.rashadrobinson.com/">https://www.rashadrobinson.com/</a>
 
Want to ask Angela a question? Subscribe to our YouTube channel to participate in the chat.&nbsp;
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Watch full episodes of Native Land Pod here on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@NativeLandPod">YouTube</a>.
 
Native Land Pod is brought to you by Reasoned Choice Media.
&nbsp;
Thank you to the Native Land Pod team:&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Angela Rye as host, executive producer, and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Andrew Gillum as host and producer, Bakari Sellers as host and producer, and Lauren Hansen as executive producer; LoLo Smith is our research producer, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. Special thanks&nbsp; to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Theme music created by<a href="https://www.daniellaurent.com/"> Daniel Laurent</a>.

From Presence to Power ft. Rashad Robinson | Angela Rye SoloPod 

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