2024 Election Reaction – Juan

Juan pt. 1

Chapter List

00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast
01:10 Meet Juan Perales: Activist and Leader of UNIDOS
02:06 Police Accountability and White Supremacy
04:05 Reflections on the 2024 Presidential Election
06:50 Historical Context and Current Issues
13:40 Fears and Hopes for the Next Trump Presidency
16:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Juan pt. 2
00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts on Hope
00:18 Latino Voters and Conservatism
01:00 Machismo and Political Shifts in Mexico
02:01 Media Influence and Voter Misinformation
03:42 Economic Concerns and Capitalism
05:03 Mass Shootings and Violence in Society
06:17 White Supremacy in Law Enforcement
07:53 Police Accountability and Legislative Changes
10:43 Constitutional Sheriffs and Their Impact
13:33 Reflections on Political Influence and Change
16:02 Challenges in Police Reform
23:29 Final Thoughts and Future Hopes

In this episode of Record in Progress, host Louis Harris speaks with long-time activist Juan Perales, leader of UNIDOS, about the critical issues exposed by the 2024 presidential election. Juan reflects on decades of activism against police brutality and white supremacy, shares why he voted Democrat despite his concerns, and explores the fears surrounding a potential Trump presidency. The conversation highlights the abandonment of the working class, challenges facing Latino and Black communities, and what the future may hold for American democracy.

 

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