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EPISODE #257

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May 1, 2026 • 5 minutes • Hosted by Victoria

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Episode #257

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About This Episode

Learn how SC State students blocked a MAGA speaker, how Roddy Ricch built an 8-figure net worth, and why the GOP is targeting our districts. Stay informed on the moves shaping our culture.

Today's Highlights:

SCSU cancels MAGA-supporting Lieutenant Governor as commencement speaker following intense student-led campus protests.
HBCU students successfully block controversial political figures from speaking at their official graduation ceremonies.
Student activists reclaim the commencement stage by demanding speakers who reflect their institutional culture.
South Carolina State University leadership aligns with student values by rescinding the Lieutenant Governor’s invitation.
Successful protests at SCSU demonstrate the enduring influence of student activism in HBCU communities.

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