Hudson Mohawk Magazine

Prof. Larry Wittner discusses his recent Counterpunch Op Ed on Conflict or Cooperation in US - China Relations?, looking at Taiwan, Hong Kong, climate and nuclear weapons. With Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Radio Network.

Lights Out Norlite and allies held a press conference on Wednesday, July 28th and delivered a letter signed by 122 organizations calling on DEC and the Cuomo Administration to deny the Norlite hazardous waste incinerator in Cohoes NY a renewal of their permits to pollute. We hear from Joe Ritchie, Lights Out Norlite; Patricia Sibilia, League of Women Voters; and, Judith Enck, former EPA Regional Administrator. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Radio Network.

HMM Producer Lizzy Kramer discusses Creative Action Unlimited, an organization which performs plays about issues of social justice in the community, with the organization's founder and director Michael Kennedy.

For more information on Creative Action Unlimited, see https://www.creativeactionunlimited.com/

WOOC Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry started a new segment entitled "Solidarity Notes." In this part one labor segment, he will discuss various labor articles in the August issue of "Solidarity Notes" with Tom Ellis, Writer and Member of the Solidarity Committee of the Capital District. The "Solidarity Notes" segment will air on the 3rd or 4th Thursday each month. Part 2.

WOOC Roaming Labor Correspondent Willie Terry started a new segment entitled "Solidarity Notes." In this part one labor segment, he will discuss various labor articles in the August issue of "Solidarity Notes" with Tom Ellis, Writer and Member of the Solidarity Committee of the Capital District. The "Solidarity Notes" segment will air on the 3rd or 4th Thursday each month. Part 1.

Yolissa Richardson interviewed Dr. Alice Green for her series ‘Crowned.‘ Alice Green is a member of the board of directors of the New York State Defenders Association, founder of the African American Cultural Center of the Capital Region, and worked as a prison volunteer for over 20 years. This interview discussed the topics of recurring issues faced by minority groups and the law system as well as the mental health state of prisoners and how prison facilities are at fault for their mental health decline.

Agnes McCray works for ARISE in Syracuse, which is part of the independent living center network across the state (Membership organization is New York Association on Independent Living). She testified alongside others supportive of the NY Caring Majority.

Katy Carroll, disabled woman from the Capital Region and volunteer with NY Caring majority, interviewed Agnes and shared this:

The Americans with Disabilities Act, ADA turned 31 years old on Monday, and it is not just about nondiscrimination in employment, curb cuts/ramps, accessible restrooms at your favorite restaurant, or lifts on buses. Homecare for people who need services and supports at home is also part of the right to community integration. For people like Agnes McCray, it is essential but her access to it is far from readily available.

NY Caring Majority https://www.nycaringmajority.org. NYCM recently launched ICantFindHomeCare.com to help gather data on the extent of the homecare workforce shortage.

#FairPay4HomeCare

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine,

We begin by speaking with Agnes McCray who testified alongside others in support of the New York Caring Majority.

Then, we hear an update on protests against the LaFarge Cement plant in Coeymans with Joe Ritchie and guest Christine Primomo.

Later on, we look at actions of the Capital District Labor Action Federation to support passage of the federal “Protecting the Right to Organize” Act.

After that, meteorologist Nick Johnston provides insight into this summer’s local flooding and heat waves, with tips on staying cool.

Finally, we’ll hear from artist Eugene O'Neill about public art and activism

Retired registered nurse Christine Primomo talks about her communities struggles with the LaFarge cement plant in Coeymans. She also thinks that Norlite should be shut down.

Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Sally Becker spoke with local Meteorologist Nick Johnston about the recent weather in the area. Johnston touches on local flooding, the heat and tips for staying cool in the Summer.

You can learn more about Nick Johnston and watch his daily forecasts on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/MeteorologistNickJohnston