The California Billionaire Tax: A Chance to Fight Back Against a New Gilded Age with Kris Cuaresma-Primm

The California Billionaire Tax: A Chance to Fight Back Against a New Gilded Age with Kris Cuaresma-Primm

In this episode, we explore California’s Proposition 40, the billionaire tax initiative, and its implications for democracy, economic justice, and healthcare. Guest Kris Cuaresma-Primm [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kriscuaresmaprimm/], one of the spokespersons for the California Billionaire Tax [https://yeson40.com/], shares insights on how grassroots organizing can challenge the billionaire class and reshape policy. If CA voters can use the initiative process—created in 1911 to challenge the Robber Barons of that era—to stand up to the billionaire class of our own time, it will send a powerful message across the country. Get full access to Redneck Gone Green at redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe [https://redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Don’t Chase Every Headline; Track the Strategy with Mel Figueroa

In this episode, Mel Figueroa discusses the interconnected crises facing our world and the importance of understanding global capitalism, imperialism, and settler colonialism. A must-listen for those seeking a deeper understanding of current geopolitical and ecological challenges and how to take action. Mel is the Editor of “Tracking the Crisis,” a weekly news round-up tracking the administrative, legislative, and other actions of the U.S. Administration, as well as the many forms of legal and movement response from across a broad range of social, political, and economic actors. Tracking the Crisis is produced by The Democracy Collaborative and published in conjunction with The Nation magazine. Get full access to Redneck Gone Green at redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe [https://redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Addison Winslow: The Socialist Winning in Rural California

Join us as Addison Winslow, a Chico City Council member and activist, shares his journey from grassroots organizing to elected office. We explore strategies for building lasting power, the role of dual power, and how to navigate the tension between movement work and governance. Get full access to Redneck Gone Green at redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe [https://redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

The Populist Tradition and the Search for Working-Class Power with Les Leopold

summary In this episode, David Cobb and Shane Knight explore the failures of the Democratic Party, the rise of populist movements, and the potential for building a new independent political party rooted in working-class interests with Les Lopold, co-founder of the Labor Institute [https://thelaborinstitute.org/] and author of The Billionaires Have Two Parties, We Need a Party of Our Own [https://thelaborinstitute.org/?page_id=97]. They discuss historical populist strategies, the importance of movement-building, and how to unite diverse communities against corporate power. Get full access to Redneck Gone Green at redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe [https://redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

We Needs Better Tools: Sharlene Tate, Jaywalk, and the Fight for Movement Infrastructure

Today, we dive deep into the intersections of organizing, finance, and sustainable change with Charlene Tait. From her journey in community organizing to co-founding the J-Walk app, she’s breaking barriers and redefining what it means to mobilize for justice. Charlene emphasizes that money isn’t the enemy; it’s a tool we can use to uplift our movements. By understanding how to navigate funding wisely, we can empower our communities without compromising our values. Get full access to Redneck Gone Green at redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe [https://redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]