Mark is on the road with Black Voters Matter, as they recreate the historic 1961 Freedom Rides and to fight for voting rights and against voter suppression. In today’s travels, Mark talks with Tennessee State Senator Brenda Gilmore on what they are doing in the state to protect voting rights, including restoring that right for convicted felons. But before we hear from Mark on the bus, we first get word from the CDC’s Director of Preparedness and Emerging Infections, Dr. Henry Walke. He fills us in on the major concerns with the coronavirus variant known as delta, including who is high risk for this highly transmissible strain. Mark also talks with Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on this week’s equity summit and reopening schools in a way that is safe and productive for teachers, students, and parents.

Executive Producer: Adell Coleman

Producer: Brittany Temple

Distributor: DCP Entertainment

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