Senator Nina Turner (Sen. Turner) made an impactful debut on The Rashad Richey Morning Show with the premiere of their new segment, "Run Tell That." A prominent figure in the Democratic Party and known for her progressive advocacy, Sen. Turner will be a regular contributor every Thursday at 8 AM to discuss current U.S. national news.
Sen. Turner wasted no time addressing the significant issue of former President Donald Trump declaring an overwhelming 51% of the vote in the Iowa caucuses. Sen. Turner expressed that this outcome was unsurprising, as it confirmed Trump's stronghold on the Republican Party. Sen. Turner stated, "I know polls are just snapshots, but so far, the snapshots have proven to be true. Donald J Trump ran away with this thing as predicted because he absolutely owns the Republican Party." Furthermore, Sen. Turner also addressed the denial of racism in America by former Governor Nikki Haley and other Republicans. She described this as deliberately "contorting" their messages to appeal to white voters while employing divisive rhetoric in the process.
As the discussion progressed, Sen. Turner emphasized the necessity of acknowledging America's racist history as a crucial step toward implementing policies that guarantee equal opportunities for all citizens. Sen. Turner pointed to the Supreme Court's dismantling of affirmative action as a stark reminder of the need for such policies to rectify deeply ingrained racial inequities. Sen. Turner urged listeners to educate themselves on the impact of policies on marginalized communities, calling for a collective effort to counter the falsehoods propagated by politicians.
During the conversation, the topic shifted to the behavior of Republicans, particularly their tendency to deny racism and offend communities of color. Sen. Turner expressed her belief that the Republican Party has replaced truth with division, misleading the public by denying historical facts about racism in America. Sen. Turner emphasized that leadership requires taking a stand, even if it means offending certain groups. Sen. Turner explained that the refusal to acknowledge racism is unacceptable and impedes progress towards a more equitable society.
Sen. Turner's first appearance on The Rashad Richey Morning Show showcased her dedication to progressive initiatives and offered an important platform for discussing issues of national importance. Make sure you tune in every Thursday at 8 am to benefit from her insights.
To listen to the entire interview between Senator Nina Turner and Dr. Rashad Richey, download the link above.
Dr. Rashad Richey, host of the award-winning 'Rashad Richey Morning Show' on News & Talk 1380 – WAOK/V-103FM (HD3) (Weekdays 7am -10am), and the 'Dr. Rashad Richey Review' on SiriusXM's Urban View (Sundays at 1pm and 9pm), was voted 'Best Talk Radio Personality in Atlanta' by readers of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and named 'Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta' by the Atlanta Business Journal, making him the first African-American to receive these distinctions.
The intelligent and fearless television news anchor for the opinion news show, 'Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey' on the TYT Network, which was named 'fastest growing TV news show in America', and Political Commentator for The People's Station V-103 FM, America's largest urban station, also serves as President of Rolling Out, the largest free-print urban publication in the country. This multimedia powerhouse with over 3-million combined subscribers/followers on Facebook Watch, YouTube, Podcasts, and Twitch combined, is a noted multidisciplinary academic scholar and university professor/lecturer and an Emmy-nominated television Political Analyst for CBS News Atlanta.
Believing in the power of knowledge and education, Dr. Richey holds several advanced degrees, making him one of the most academically credentialed individuals in American history according to America News Now. Completing doctoral research studies in federal policy reform from Clark Atlanta University, Dr. Richey also holds a PhD from the Business University of Costa Rica where his research and doctoral dissertation highlighted the nuances and intersectionality of politics, policy and religion.
Being a student of leadership, Dr. Richey completed studies in Executive Leadership at Cornell University and was accepted into a specialty executive law program at Harvard University in International Finance: Policy, Regulation, and Transactions. Understanding the connectivity of culture and science, Dr. Richey earned his Master of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Pacific, where his master's thesis researched cognitive functionalities of brain entrainment. Dr. Richey also completed a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Quantum Mechanics from Universidad Empresarial, his master's thesis was adapted into a book titled, 'Ancient Egyptian Mastery of Quantum Physics, Vibratory Frequency, and Geometric Sciences: An Overview of Complex Scientific Applications in Ancient Cultures', which quickly became the #1 Physics, #1 Science, #1 History, and #1 Egyptian Genre book on the Amazon platform.
Recently, Dr. Richey completed his Juris Doctor (law degree) from Renaissance University after transferring from Birmingham School of Law, where he attended for 2 years. He accepted the position as Director of Global Legal Operations for the multinational law firm, The International Law Group of Human & Civil Rights Attorneys P.C., also known as The Fairness Firm, with offices in the USA, Canada, France, Spain, and Cape Town Africa.
As host of The Rashad Richey Morning Show, Dr. Richey has interviewed everyone from Vice-President Kamala Harris to TI, and always brings relevant information, the best on-air debates, and most insightful interviews in media. Tune in every weekday morning from 7am-10am on News and Talk 1380-WAOK, V-103FM (HD3), www.WAOK.com, or on the Audacy App.
