Gregory Rodriguez
New America Foundtion
Director of the Center for Social Cohesion at the New America Foundation and op-ed columnist for the Los Angeles Times; author of Mongrels, Bastards, Orphans, and Vagabonds: Mexican Immigration and the Future of Race in America
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Do you belong somewhere?
Forty-four years ago—well before the advent of the mobile phone, Wi-Fi, and social media—fabled futurist Alvin Toffler predicted a "historic decline in the significance of place to…
Apr. 25, 2014 from Arts & Culture Stories
Is the Immigration 'Crisis' Going Away?
A new study by the Pew Hispanic Center shows that illegal immigration from Mexico has dropped to zero, reversing a trend that has shaped American law, culture and politics.
May. 7, 2012 from Which Way, L.A.?
The states, the US Supreme Court and presidential candidates are debating the consequences of illegal immigration — at a time when it's on the decline.
May. 7, 2012 from To the Point
'Women Talking' director on making 'a positive, consensual experience' for kids on set
Writer-director Sarah Polley had a successful career as a child actor.
Classified papers at homes of Biden and Trump: Comparing 2 cases
Attorney General Merrick Garland has announced he's appointing a special counsel to look into the handling of classified documents tied to President Joe Biden.
Jan. 12 from Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Will writers strike, and will there be a mega studio deal in 2023?
On this special edition of the Hollywood Breakdown, we take a look ahead on whether writers will strike and whether there will be a mega-studio deal in 2023.
Ex-CIA Agent John Kiriakou: The Deep State's Attack on Dissent Beginning With MLK
The FBI, CIA, NSA and other agencies have historically exploited their power but their limits appear boundless in the modern age.
Jan. 20 from Scheer Intelligence
Party agendas tower over debt ceiling negotiations
Panelists discuss the looming battle over raising the debt ceiling, the far-right gaining power in the House, and how the U.S. should respond as Israel moves toward a theocracy.
Jan. 20 from Left, Right & Center
The Golden Globes need a new home: 'Someone will pick up this show'
After last year's hiatus, the Golden Globes are back, so what's next for the awards show? Will a streaming service pick it up in 2023?
Jan. 13 from Hollywood Breakdown
How Traci Park plans to rebuild Angelenos' trust with City Council
Traci Park joins the LA City Council at a time of turmoil and division. The moderate Democrat defeated a more progressive challenger, despite the council shifting left.
Adam Schiff on DOJ accountability and bad blood with Kevin McCarthy
Burbank Congressman Adam Schiff discusses potential criminal charges against Donald Trump, plus his relationship with Kevin McCarthy, and his serious consideration of a Senate run.
Dec. 20 from Press Play with Madeleine Brand