June 2, 2026: Alt-Commemoration of America's 250th Birthday with Linda Sarsour & Trevor Smith

About this episode

The episode discusses the contrasting celebrations of America's 250th birthday, featuring interviews with progressive organizers Linda Sarsour and Trevor Smith.

The Trump administration is set to kick off a so-called “America 250 celebration” with a massive MAGA Rally called the 'Great American State Fair'—but so many of the musical guests backed out over its ties to Trump that it’s unclear if it will still happen or who will perform, except of course for Trump himself. Meanwhile, progressive organizers, including Linda Sarsour, are moving forward with other plans. On June 27, there will be a massive mobilization in DC organized by a coalition called NEXT 250 to host events that stand for democracy, dignity, equality, truth, and collective freedom. New Yorkers will also have a chance to revisit New York City's history on June 19 & 20 at Reclamation Day: A Reunion of Hope pulled together by BLIS (Black Liberation Indigenous Sovereignty). We spoke with Trevor Smith of BLIS about the Reclamation Day event which will be held at 25 Kent Street in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

People in this episode

Guests: Linda Sarsour, Trevor Smith

Topics covered

• America 250 celebration
• progressive organizing
• democracy
• equality
• cultural events

Keywords

• America 250
• Trump administration
• MAGA Rally
• NEXT 250
• Reclamation Day

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Trump administration, NEXT 250, BLIS

Places: Washington, DC, New York City, Williamsburg, Brooklyn

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