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How Far Will The Powerful Go To Protect Their Power?The question I'd like you to answer is this: If we no there is no limit to what the powerful are willing to do to protect their power, how do we win? Leave your answer in the comment section for us to discuss.

On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Stores are lifting their COVID policies...is it too soon? The Biden administration says it prefers “quiet, intensive diplomacy” with Israel. Plus the Republican party can’t seem to avoid its infighting any more. And Joe Rogan calls out the “woke mob”. We’ll discuss all of that and more on Like it Or Not!

***Twice the show with none of the ads! Patreon.com/LikeItOrNot *** On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: The latest conflict between Israel and Palestine is escalating and the propaganda wars are intensifying. Marjorie Taylor Greene has trolled herself into the spotlight. Plus even Trump Republicans can’t decide on their talking points. We’ll discuss all of that and more on Like it Or Not!

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On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Colonial Pipeline co. paid a ransom to the hacking group that attacked their network. The CDC and Biden administration are telling vaccinated Americans they can stop wearing masks, meanwhile Senator Rand Paul seems to be repeating Tuck Carlson’s misinformation about COVID during committee hearings against Dr. Fauci. Plus in an appearance on Fox News, former police officer turned author Brand Tatum says people won’t have an issue with police if they just be normal and “play the game”. We’ll discuss all of that and more on Like it Or Not!

On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: The Colonial Gas Pipeline is back in action, but gas prices are still high after the private firm was attacked with Ransomware. The House Oversight Committee began hearings into the January 6th insurrection at the Capital. Liz Cheney has been removed from her leadership position in the House Republican Caucus. And finally, businesses are claiming that “Nobody Wants to Work Anymore.” We’ll discuss all of that and more on Like it Or Not!

On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: The crisis from the cyberattack on the Colonial Pipeline is deepening affecting 19 states and causing concern over possible fuel shortages. Also, Governor Kemp of Georgia has repealed the state’s citizen arrest law following the murder of Ahmaud Arbery. And Mitch McConnell is twisting the narrative around voting reform. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

A brief comparison of media narratives around what is happening in Israel/Palestine right now and why I'm concerned that the next global order is one that seeks the freedom to oppress the people within their borders and how that is made possible by the dehumanization of specific groups.

On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: On Monday President Biden pushed back on the narrative that people are choosing not to work because unemployment benefits are too generous, but warned people that if they are offered work they must take it or lose unemployment benefits. Also, the Pfizer vaccine has been approved for pr-teens and teenagers. Plus, Symone Sanders reportedly “stung” after Press Secretary Snub. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: On Friday the CDC issued intel on how COVID is transmitted, in a change that could lead to changes in how we fight the pandemic. On Sunday, Republican Representative Adam Kinzinger of Illinois made an appearance on Face the Nation calling out his party for spreading “the Big Lie” that the 2020 presidential election was rife with fraud. Also, new DNA evidence in the 1993 murder of Debra Reese has come to light provide that the man convicted of killing her, and was executed by the State of Arkansas, Ledell Lee, was innocent. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Get access to TONIGHT's PATRON PARTY and support the show. Patreon.com/LikeItOrNotOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms made a surprise announcement last night saying she will not seek a second term in office. The debate over vaccine patent waivers is going global while Tucker Carlson lies to his audience telling them that the vaccine kills people. Plus Idaho has banned its schools from teaching Critical Race theory. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

*** Get access to the daily After Party and the monthly Patron Party, TWICE the content with NO Advertisements. Patreon.com/LikeItOrNot ***On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: In addressing vaccine skeptics, President Biden has framed taking the vaccine as a matter of life and death. In related news, Biden’s trade representative has indicated that the United States will negotiate to draft a a vaccine patent waiver. Also, April’s numbers are in and Tucker Carlson has the winning ratings. Reflecting his large audience, we are beginning to see his rhetoric acted on in public. Plus Mitch McConnell is ignoring his party’s issues and betting against the Biden Administration - Sound familiar? All that and more on Like It Or Not!

*** Get access to the AFTER PARTY -- twice the content and NONE of the ADS! Patreon.com/LikeItOrNot ***On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: The United State’s ability to achieve herd immunity against COVID-19 is in doubt and Dr. Fauci is indicating the Biden administration is unlikely to waive intellectual property rights on COVID vaccines, breaking a major promise and fueling fears of a lengthy COVID apartheid. Also, Derek Chauvin, convicted of murdering George Floyd, is asking for a new trial. Plus Fox News’ Laura Ingraham is hosting January 6th insurrectionists for fluff pieces. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

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On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Stephen Miller is suing the Biden administration on behalf of white farmers because of the bailout Biden is targeting towards Black farmers. Mitt Romney gets mercilessly booed by Trump supporters who were not having it during his recent speech. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

*** Get access to the after-party with twice the show and none of the ads: Patreon.com/LikeItOrNot ***On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Joe Biden’s Secretary of Labor has the gig economy shook after stating that gig workers should be classified as “employees.” COVID ravages India with over 300,000 cases per day. Joe Rogan walks back his anti-vaccine ignorance. And both Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris also claim America is presently not racist. Et tu, Kamala and Joe? All that and more on Like It Or Not!

On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Joe Biden gives his first joint address to Congress and goes after trickle down economics. Tim Scott claims “America is not a racist nation.” A judge has denied the release of body cam footage in the police murder of Andrew Brown, Jr. Also, former President Trump’s personal attorney, Rudy Giuliani, had his home and office raided by the FBI. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

*** get twice the content, access to the AFTER PARTY, and NONE of the commercials. Patreon.com/LikeItOrNot ***On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: The CDC has loosened mask guidelines for vaccinated Americans. Louisiana state representative Ray Garofalo wants schools to teach the “good of slavery”. Also, experts on human rights from 11 nations have called for the International Criminal Court to investigate the United States for human rights violations related to police killings and brutality. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

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*** Get twice the show with none of the commercials. Patreon.com/LikeItOrNot ***On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: The Biden administration has announced that it will “share” America’s stockpile of AstraZeneca vaccines. We’re also looking into the murder of Andrew Brown by Police. Plus Levar Burton says “Cancel Culture” is really “Consequence Culture”. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: The COVID & Vaccine Apartheid is reaching alarming heights as the West continues to rollout vaccines and tries to subdue the pandemic. Also Senator Elizabeth Warren is pushing legislation that seeks to prevent the United States from being the first to use nuclear weapons in a conflict. And Senator Lindsey Graham thinks systemic racism is fake? All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Get twice the show with none of the commercials. Patreon.com/LikeItOrNotOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: On Tuesday Stacey Abrams testified before a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on voting rights to address the voter suppression tactics in Georgia’s recently signed SB202 legislation. And the killing of 15 year old Ma’Khia Bryan is engulfed in controversy and continued fallout. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Support the show by becoming a patron! Patreon.com/LikeItOrNotOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin has been found guilty on all charges in the death of George Floyd. We’ll look at the verdict as well as the responses from multiple parties, but just before the verdict was announced 15 year old Makhia Bryant was shot in Columbus as well. Also, Representative Steve Scalise targets Congresswoman Maxine Waters. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

****Get access to the AFTER PARTY -- twice the show with none of the commercials! Patreon.com/LikeitOrNot ****On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: After Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA 43) attended a Brooklyn Center protest and voiced support for continued protests and confrontation with police, House Republicans have called for Speaker Pelosi to take action against the lawmaker. The Defense in the Derek Chauvin murder trial also sought a mistrial over Rep. Waters’ remarks, and while he was critical of Waters, the Judge denied the motion by the Defense. Also, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis had signed “anti-riot” legislation which he also says prevents local governments in his state from defunding police. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

**** Get twice the show with none of the commercials: Patreon.com/LikeitOrNot ****On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Mass shootings up in up 2021 by 73%, with the latest on Sunday taking place in Texas and Wisconsin. The release of body cam footage of Adam Toledo’s killing added the fallout around the case in Chicago as a possible cover up may be showing itself. And the Pentagon confirmed UFO footage to be real and only the tip of the iceberg. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Georgia Fort joins us to discuss her coverage on everything happening in Minnesota, including updates on Chauvin Trial, Daunte Wright’s killing, and the protests on the ground. We'll also discuss Matthew Zadok killing in Georgia, and neighborhood harassment in South Carolina.

Get twice the show with NONE of the advertisement!On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Isaiah James comes through to discuss the need to defund the police as well as his campaign for Congress in New York’s 9th district. Also, President Biden has announced that the United States’s unconditional withdrawal from Afghanistan by September 11th. Plus Johnson & Johnson’s COVID vaccine has been temporarily suspended after 6 cases of blood clotting were identified. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Get twice the content without any of the commercials. Patreon.com/LikeItOrNotOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: We’re joined by investigative journalist Leon Yin to discuss how YouTube and Google discriminate against and silence #BlackLivesMatter content. We’ll also discuss updates in the #DaunteWright case.

On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Minneapolis police shoot and kill 20 year old Daunte Wright during traffic stop. Also, an army Lieutenant is suing two Virginia police officers for violating his First and Fourth Amendment rights as video surfaces of the traffic stop that led to police brutality. Plus Michigan GOP Chair Ron Weiser spoke of “burning” Governor Gretchen Whitmer “at the stake”, and Jimmy Dore appeared on Tucker Carlson’s show to continue his attacks on Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Finally, we celebrate the life of DMX. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Support the show and get twice the content: Patreon.com/LikeItOrNotOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: We look at the hunger strike underway that seeks to bring attention to the crisis around the war in Yemen. There are also updates in the Derek Chauvin murder trial, and Geraldo Rivera took it upon himself to question a fellow panelist’s ghetto credentials. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Become a patron of LIKE IT OR NOT and get twice the episode and backstage access! Patreon.com/LikeItOrNotOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Some interesting points made on “Jeopardy!”, Tucker Carlson mocks January 6th insurrection and the COVID-19 pandemic is raging on. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

*** Support the show and get access to TWICE the content at the AFTER PARTY! Patreon.com/thebpdshow ***On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Florida state Senator Shevrin Jones joins us to discuss the passing of Congressman Alcee Hastings and the resulting special election in Florida’s 20th district. Plus Fox News’ Peter Doocey misrepresents Colorado’s voting law and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell All that and more on Like It Or Not

*** Support the show and get access to TWICE the content at the AFTER PARTY! Patreon.com/thebpdshow ***On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Georgia Fort connects to give an update on the trial of Derek Chauvin. Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson vetoed an anti-Trans bill on Monday, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell issued a warning to CEOs to butt out of the debate around voting rights, and Texas Governor Greg Abbot canceled his scheduled opening pitch at the Texas Rangers opening game over the MLB’s decision to relocate their All-Star Game. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Just needed to reflect on how we got to where things are right now for the progressive movement.

****Join the Like it Or Not hosts every morning for the AFTER PARTY! Twice the content! Patreon.com/thebpdshow ****On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: We were gone for a minute - but we’re back! As we enter week two of the murder trial of Derek Chauvin, we’ll review key moments from week one. We’ll also discuss President Biden’s infrastructure proposal and the talking points coming from both sides on that subject. Plus Representative Matt Gaetz is finding himself isolated with an investigation over sexual misconduct closing in around him. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

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Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: We’ll cover what went on at President Biden’s first press conference, Georgia’s passing of a new voter suppression law and the ensuing arrest of a state representative. Plus we talk some philosophy. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Public health practitioner Dr. Nicholas Freudenberg joins us to discuss his new book “AT WHAT COST: Modern Capitalism and the Future of Health”, and Councilman Khalid Kamau comes through to discuss his work on the South Fulton City Council as well as his candidacy for Mayor. We’ll also discuss Meghan McCain’s privilege blinders and the voting rights bill HR1 is moving forward. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Adrienne Lawrence joins us for our second hour of coverage and breaks down the issues! Also during a senate hearing yesterday, Democratic Senators called for reform and regulation in response to the shooting in Boulder Colorado while GOP Senators stuck to “thoughts and prayers”. Plus Mitch McConnell lies about the history of the filibuster. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Chuck Modiano joins us to discuss his coverage of Haiti and #StopAsianHate protests in response to the ATL shootings, and TYT’s Ana Kasparian comes through to discuss the latest stories and the Mass Shooting in Boulder, Colorado. We’ll also discuss the situation at the US/Mexico Border. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Georgia Fort joins us as guest host to break down the latest stories! Senator Raphael Warnock of Georgia took to the Sunday talk shows to call the ATL spa shootings the hate crimes they are. And Tamir Rice’s mother, Samaria Rice has spoken out calling for Black Lives Matter activists to stop profiting off her son’s death. Plus Congresswoman Boebert has an interesting defense of the January 6th insurrectionists. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

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Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: We’re joined by civil rights advocate Ja’Mal Green and Professor Matt Sienciewicz to break down all that’s gone down this week.

Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: We speak with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed on his book co-written with Dr. Micah Johnson, ‘Medicare for All: A Citizen’s Guide’. Also, an armed man was arrested outside VP Kamala Harris’ residence and misinformation and fallout in the Atlanta spa shootings case. Plus Virginia Governor Northam enables ex-convicts to regain voting rights and Marjorie Taylor Greene is upset over cookies given to her by National Guard members. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Breaking news on the ATL spa shootings that took place last night. Cliff Albright comes through to discuss recent organizing and protests for voting rights. We’ll also be joined by NY state Senator Jabari Brisport to talk about the latest happening in his state, and Seattle Council Member Kshama Sawant discusses Amazon and recall efforts she’s facing. Also, Larry Kudlow pushing voodoo economics and Candace Owens is mourning the end of the American empire. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: We’re joined by Dr. Nyasha Junior & Brandon Brooks! Also, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy fear mongered with falsehoods at the border, and Rep. Deb Halaand was confirmed to become the nation’s 1st indigenous cabinet secretary. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Ahmed Baba joins us to discuss his work building independent media at Rantt Media, and Kamau Franklin & Kalonji Changa of Renegade Culture come through. Also, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton threatened to sue officials in Austin if they did not lift COVID restrictions and the investigation into the death of Kendrick Johnson is being reopened. Plus, according to Nigel Farage nobody in history has done more for people of color than the British Royal Family. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

On today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: We’re joined by Wisconsin Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes to discuss what's needed beyond the COVID relief bill. We’ll also cover Biden’s national address that focused on tackling the COVID-19 pandemic, Sharon Osbourne's Karen moment, and honor the legendary Shirley Chisholm. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: Ahmed Baba joins us to discuss his work building independent media at Rantt Media, and Kamau Franklin & Kalonji Changa of Renegade Culture come through. Also, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton threatened to sue officials in Austin if they did not lift COVID restrictions and the investigation into the death of Kendrick Johnson is being reopened. Plus, according to Nigel Farage nobody in history has done more for people of color than the British Royal Family. All that and more on Like It Or Not!

Download the ad-free version: Patreon.com/thebpdshowOn today's edition of Like It Or Not w/ Benjamin Dixon and Rebecca Azor: We’re joined by Akela Lacy to discuss efforts to abolish qualified immunity and recent wins in Nevada for Democratic Socialists of America, and Bärí A. Williams joins us to address congress not wanting to pass a COVID bill nor a living wage. Also there are women that have come out with new allegations against New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, and the COVID stimulus bill aims to help Black farmers. All that and more on Like It Or Not!