“We have the capability of overcoming the odds. The only question is how quickly will we coalesce?” – Nadine Smith, President and CEO of @colorofchange

On the newest episode of the Legal Lens podcast, my conversation with Nadine Smith, President and CEO of Color Of Change, explores civil rights, civic engagement, and organizing in the digital age.

In this clip, we look at the questions many Americans are asking about responsibility, democracy, and what it means to stand alongside one’s neighbors.

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“We are called into this work to be the architects of our own future.” – Attorney Skye Perryman

On the latest episode of the Legal Lens podcast, I sit down with attorney Skye Perryman, President and CEO of Democracy Forward, to discuss civic participation, legal advocacy, voting rights, and the future of American democracy.

In this clip, Attorney Perryman reflects on the importance of remaining engaged during difficult periods.

Her message emphasizes the role that individuals, legal professionals, community organizations, and institutions can play in shaping a more informed and participatory future.

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On the newest episode of the Legal Lens podcast, I am joined by attorney Skye Perryman, President and CEO of @democracyforward, for a conversation about democracy and individual rights.

In this clip, Attorney Perryman offers a clear explanation of what it means for the United States to be a democratic republic and why democracy remains relevant to everyday life.

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On this episode of the Legal Lens podcast, I am joined by attorney Skye Perryman, President and CEO of @democracyforward, for a sweeping conversation on the state of American democracy at a critical inflection point.

Attorney Perryman discusses civic participation, democracy, and practical ways people can respond during challenging times.

In this clip, she presents the value of developing a thoughtful approach to taking in and processing the daily political and social information we receive, and turning concern into constructive action.

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This week’s episode of the Legal Lens podcast features my conversation with attorney Skye Perryman, President and CEO of @democracyforward.

We discuss voting rights, civic participation, and the role of everyday action in maintaining a functioning democracy.

Attorney Skye Perryman was named one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential People of 2025, among many other accolades.

Drawing from her legal and advocacy work, she shares ways individuals can manage the amount of information they consume, remain engaged, and identify meaningful steps they can take in their own communities.

In this clip, we look at Democracy Forward’s 100 Days of Action initiative and the ways people can stay informed and involved in the electoral process leading into the November mid-term elections.

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On the newest episode of the Legal Lens podcast, I speak with attorney Skye Perryman, President and CEO of @democracyforward, about voting rights, legal advocacy, and the importance of looking ahead during difficult moments.

This clip focuses on the relationship between polarization and political strategy, while reminding us that the majority of Americans have more in common than we would be led to believe.

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“You can’t give up hope. You can’t tell the children there’s no hope. You can be angry at the world, but you can’t despair at it.” – Attorney @QasimRashid

On this episode of the Legal Lens podcast, I sit down with attorney Qasim Rashid for a wide-ranging conversation about democracy, human rights, and civic engagement in challenging times 🔗

In this clip, we focus on the importance of having and maintaining hope during difficult moments and why staying engaged can still make a difference.

Attorney Rashid reflects on how perseverance, community, and continued participation can help sustain meaningful work over time.

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On this episode of the Legal Lens podcast, my conversation with attorney @QasimRashid explores democracy, human rights, and the responsibilities that come with civic participation 🔍

In this clip, we discuss the upcoming 1,000 Miles to Memphis March, designed to encourage, strengthen and increase voter empowerment and registration and civic awareness across the Southern U.S. states leading to the November midterm elections.

Attorney Rashid discusses why sustained organizing and local partnerships continue to matter in this work.

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This week’s episode of the Legal Lens podcast features Attorney @QasimRashid in a conversation about democracy, human rights, and the responsibilities that come with civic participation.

Qasim Rashid is a human rights lawyer, author, and former democratic nominee for U.S. Congress. He is the Founder and President of Just Win, a creator representation firm focused on social justice and human rights.

📲 Attorney Rashid runs a popular human rights Substack with more than 169,000 subscribers titled “Let’s Address This with Qasim Rashid,” and has more than 2.8M total social media followers.

In this clip, we turn to the everyday foundations of human rights, including food, water, shelter, and healthcare. He explains how these basic needs connect to a larger legal and social framework that affects communities in practical ways.

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On the newest episode of the Legal Lens podcast, I am joined by human rights lawyer, author, and activist @QasimRashid for a wide-ranging conversation about democracy, human rights, and civic engagement in 2026.

In this clip, we focus on the importance of civil discourse and the role that community dialogue can play in reducing polarization and division 🫱🏻‍🫲🏾

Attorney Rashid shares his perspective on how meaningful engagement, shared spaces, and direct community action can help create more constructive public conversations.

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