“Sentencing Reform -- Drug Addiction” (17.5 minutes)
This video explores an alternative solution to arresting people struggling with drug addiction: The Post-Prison Education Program (PPEP), a successful treatment model based in Seattle that breaks the intergenerational cycle of addiction and crime through education and intensive post-release support.
“The Laura Flanders Show” (26.5 minutes)
What's in store for Puerto Rico? The conversation seems to be shifting to the social crises that are emerging -- but basic supplies, services and medical care are still nowhere in sight for many. And let’s not forget that some people are pushing to privatize everything from education to the power grid.
“The Battle for Paradise -- Naomi Klein Reports from Puerto Rico” (17.5 minutes)
Naomi Klein visits Puerto Rico six months after Hurricane Maria to see how the government and investors are taking advantage of the disaster — and how teachers, farmers, community organizers and others are working towards their own vision of the island’s future.
“How a Team of Chefs Fed Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria” (22 minutes)
After Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico, chef José Andrés traveled to the devastated island with a simple idea: to feed the hungry. Millions of meals served later, Andrés shares the remarkable story of creating the world's biggest restaurant — and the power of letting people in need know that somebody cares about them.
“Mental Health Experts on Donald Trump: (14 minutes)
Leading mental health experts speak out on the world’s most dangerous man.
Donald Trump has incited his followers to violence, brags about his sexual assaults, and is unable to respond calmly to any criticism.
We need a nonpartisan expert panel to assess Trump’s mental fitness.