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Vantage Point Radio: The Genius of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson — Legacy and Lessons from the 1984 and 1988 Campaigns

By October 20, 2025October 29th, 2025No Comments

Originally aired October 20, 2025 — Dr. Ron Daniels aka The Professor, hosts a special edition of Vantage Point Radio honoring the enduring legacy of Rev. Jesse L. Jackson — exploring his genius and the lasting lessons from his groundbreaking 1984 and 1988 Presidential Campaigns.

Special Guests

  • Minyon Moore, Chairperson, 2024 Democratic National Convention and Advisor for Engagement, Biden-Harris Administration
  • Bob Borosage, Founder/President, Institute for America’s Future and Co-Director, Campaign for America’s Future
  • Leslie Cagan, Veteran Progressive Activist and Former National Coordinator, United for Peace and Justice
  • Ted Glick, Veteran Progressive Activist, National Coordinator, The People’s Alliance and Co-Founder, Climate Change Crisis Coalition
  • Larry Hamm, Veteran Civil Rights/Human Rights Activist and Chairman, People’s Organization for Progress (POP)
  • Bill Fletcher, Author, Commentator, Veteran Social Justice and Labor Activist and President Emeritus, TransAfrica Forum.

Ways to Listen:

  • Live (Radio): Mondays, 3–4 PM ET on WBAI 99.5 FM, Pacifica Network, New York
  • Live (Online): Listen on WBAI.org or via the WBAI media player here
  • Rebroadcast: On the Black World Media Network (BWMN)
  • Visit Vantage Point Radio archives for previously recorded shows

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About Vantage Point Radio

The Vantage Point Radio Show is a weekly current affairs program hosted by Dr. Ron Daniels, President of the Institute of the Black World 21st Century (IBW21) and Distinguished Lecturer Emeritus at York College, City University of New York. The show airs live on Mondays, 3–4 PM ET, on Pacifica Radio WBAI 99.5 FM in collaboration with York College Radio. The program covers a wide range of social, political, economic, and cultural topics featuring interviews and discussions with civil and human rights leaders, scholars, activists, and community organizers.