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    Back to Press Play with Madeleine Brand

    Press Play with Madeleine Brand

    Political Funding for Black Lives Matter

    Politico reports today that some big Democratic donors plan to meet with Black Lives Matter leaders next week to discuss funding. That’s creating a bit of tension; some activists say that big political donations could co-opt their grassroots movement.

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    By Madeleine Brand • Nov 13, 2015 • 1 min read

    Politicoreports today that some big Democratic donors plan to meet with Black Lives Matter leaders next week to discuss funding. That’s creating a bit of tension; some activists say that big political donations could co-opt their grassroots movement. And some donors say they’re worried about giving money to a group known for its aggressive tactics.

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    2. 12:33Political Funding for Black Lives MatterYou’re reading this
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    4. 33:27'It All Dies Anyway: LA, Jabberjaw, and the End of an Era'
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      Madeleine Brand

      Host, 'Press Play'

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      Producer, 'The Document'

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      Anna Scott

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    The full episode

    2 of 4
    Claremont McKenna Controversy, and At the Jabberjaw
    1. 0:00Claremont McKenna Controversy
    2. 12:33Political Funding for Black Lives MatterYou’re reading this
    3. 20:46Film Roundup: 'By the Sea,' 'The 33,' 'Man Up'
    4. 33:27'It All Dies Anyway: LA, Jabberjaw, and the End of an Era'
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