Remembering Mandela's Words

The Friday Brief with Phoenix Ricks

Last Friday was Mandela Day, an annual celebration of Nelson Mandela's birthday. What did he say about a free press? Is it essential for democracy? We examine his quote and analyze unsettling developments in the U.S., particularly the federal funding cuts to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Plus: Why are activists ringing alarm bells about corruption in Ukraine? Who is in the U.S.-Venezuela prisoner swap? And, how does the White House feel about Israel's new strikes on Syria? All in under 15 minutes!

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1. Welcome (00:00:00)

2. Israel's recent actions in Syria, explained (00:00:16)

3. Allegations of corruption in Ukraine (00:01:39)

4. U.S. - Venezuela prisoner swap (00:03:13)

5. What can we learn from Nelson Mandela about the importance of a free press? (00:04:05)

6. Let's examine U.S. funding cuts to public broadcasting (00:04:57)

7. When cellular and internet service is down, what do you rely on? (00:07:28)

8. U.S. funding for ICE (00:07:57)

9. Until next time! (00:08:53)