Episode 05: Democracy Under Pressure: Analysis of the First Seven Days Under Trump

In this episode of Momentum: A Race Forward Podcast, Glenn Harris and Eric Ward deliver a powerful analysis of the new administration's first seven days and their implications for racial justice in America. As executive orders reshape federal policy and threaten hard-won progress, Glenn Harris, President of Race Forward, and Eric Ward, Executive Vice President, offer both stark warnings and hope-filled strategies for defending a multiracial democracy.

Join us for an urgent conversation that will:

• Break down the immediate impacts of new policies on vulnerable communities
• Share battle-tested strategies for protecting racial justice gains
• Provide concrete tools for building collective power and resilience

Whether you're a seasoned activist or new to racial justice work, this timely discussion offers crucial insights for understanding and responding to today's unprecedented challenges. Glenn and Eric draw from decades of experience in organizing and coalition building to guide us through these turbulent times with purpose and determination.

Resources: 

Race Forward’s Strategic Plan 

https://bit.ly/42xa3U8

From Project 2025 to Project 2029: How We Resist an Authoritarian Takeover and Turn Public Administration into a Force for Equity and Justice

https://bit.ly/4gkNHZt

HEAL (Honest Education Action & Leadership)

https://bit.ly/4aFqrnr

Executive Producers: Hendel Leiva, Cheryl Blakemore, Priscilla Sam