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Connie Rice: “I’m Not Fighting for Civil Rights Right Now”

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The MPAC Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati

On August 13, 2026 By MPAC

In this clip from The MPAC Podcast, host Salam Al-Marayati asks civil rights legend Connie Rice about the lack of structured strategy, negotiation, and reconciliation in modern protests. Connie delivers a powerful reality check on the current "order of battle": before we can fight for policy reform or civil rights, we must first defend the core constitutional framework against rising authoritarianism. Watch full podcast episodes and policy breakdowns on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Links in the description!

Connie Rice: Why Lawsuits & Protests Aren’t Enough to Save Democracy

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The MPAC Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati

Violence Reduction

On August 12, 2026 By MPAC

In this powerful episode of The MPAC Podcast, host Salam Al-Marayati sits down with nationally acclaimed civil rights attorney and activist Constance L. "Connie" Rice. Having won over $10 billion in class action settlements and policy changes - including the largest civil rights settlement in U.S. history - Connie Rice shares why winning in court wasn't enough when her clients were still dying in the streets. She breaks down her shift from suing the LAPD to partnering with them to pioneer public health community policing, the limits of court litigation, and why modern protest movements fail when they aren't tied to power infrastructure. Salam and Connie also dive deep into the current threat of authoritarianism, structural economic inequality, and what it takes to protect the constitutional order. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Connie Rice’s Legacy 01:41 - Winning Lawsuits While Clients Were Dying 03:28 - From Suing the LAPD to Transforming Police Culture 11:23 - Why the 1960s Civil Rights Playbook Doesn't Fit Today 18:18 - Analyzing the Authoritarian Threat & Systemic Disinvestment 23:15 - Protests vs. Power: The Pitfalls of Modern Movements 32:42 - Grocery Bills, Economic Despair & Political Realities 50:41 - Gaza, Media Coverage, and U.S. Foreign Policy Double Standards 01:10:03 - Why Los Angeles Politics Fail Everyday Citizens Subscribe & Follow: Subscribe to MPAC on YouTube for more long-form conversations and analysis. Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Learn more at [mpac.org]. Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.

Connie Rice on Abdul El Sayed

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The MPAC Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati

On August 11, 2026 By MPAC

In this clip from The MPAC Podcast, host Salam Al-Marayati and civil rights attorney Connie Rice unpack the coalition dynamics between Arab American progressive candidates and Black voters. Reflecting on political campaigns like Abdul El-Sayed's, Connie Rice explains why highly educated progressive platforms often miss working-class Black constituencies. She outlines how political outsiders must approach trusted community leaders with humility, respect historical struggles, and present a clear, actionable agenda to bridge political divides. Watch full podcast episodes and policy breakdowns on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Links in the description! Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.

Fact-Checking Elon Musk

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The MPAC Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati

On July 30, 2026 By MPAC

In this clip from The MPAC Podcast, host Salam Al-Marayati directly addresses Elon Musk's recent comments regarding Muslims, media bias, and immigration. Citing a landmark 150-year study by Stanford and Northwestern using U.S. Census data, Salam points out that immigrants are actually 60% less likely to commit crimes than native-born citizens. Salam also calls out the hypocrisy of lecturing communities on "Western values" while turning a blind eye to human rights abuses globally. Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.

Leaked Video Exposes Senator Gloating Over War

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The MPAC Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati

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On July 29, 2026 By MPAC

In this clip from The MPAC Podcast, Salam Al-Marayati reacts to leaked Wall Street Journal footage of Senator Lindsey Graham celebrating military strikes in Iran. Salam calls out the callous posturing of Washington politicians and addresses the underlying constitutional crisis: only Congress holds the power to declare war under the U.S. Constitution. Watch full podcast episodes and policy breakdowns on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Links in the description! FOOTAGE CREDIT & FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: Leaked Lindsey Graham Footage: Courtesy of The Wall Street Journal Usage: Featured under Fair Use for commentary, critique, news reporting, and educational purposes. All rights and copyrights belong to the original owner.

Lindsey Graham Leaked Video, Elon Musk’s Anti-Muslim Comments & The War on Iran | MPAC Podcast

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The MPAC Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati

On July 29, 2026 By MPAC

In this episode of The MPAC Podcast, host Salam Al-Marayati reacts to two major viral clips shaping national discourse. First, Salam breaks down leaked Wall Street Journal footage of Senator Lindsey Graham gloating over military strikes in Iran. Salam addresses the constitutional failure of Congress to debate and declare war, the human cost of reckless escalation, and the dangerous hyperbole driving Washington’s foreign policy. Next, Salam responds to Elon Musk’s recent comments on The Economist regarding Muslims and immigration. Citing empirical research from Stanford and Northwestern Universities, Salam dismantles anti-immigrant rhetoric with facts, proving that immigrants are 60% less likely to commit crimes than native-born citizens. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 00:12 - Leaked Footage: Lindsey Graham Gloats Over Iran Strikes 01:51 - Constitutional War Powers & Congressional Failure 03:17 - Foreign Influence on U.S. Elections 04:01 - Fact-Checking Elon Musk on Media Bias & Immigration 05:47 - Stanford & Northwestern Research on Immigrant Crime Rates 06:12 - Deconstructing Modern Western Hypocrisy VIDEO CREDITS & MEDIA ATTRIBUTION: Leaked Lindsey Graham Footage: Wall Street Journal / Public Domain / News Reporting Usage Elon Musk Interview Segment: The Economist Disclaimer: This video contains commentary, news reporting, and educational critique of publicly available media assets under Fair Use guidelines. All copyright belongs to their respective owners. Subscribe & Follow: Subscribe to MPAC on YouTube for more policy breakdowns and reaction episodes. Learn more about our advocacy at [mpac.org]. Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.

Why US Foreign Policy Keeps Failing in Iran

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National Security

salam al-marayati

The MPAC Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati

On July 24, 2026 By MPAC

Despite decades of predictions that ruling structures in Iran would crumble, military escalation and economic sanctions have repeatedly missed their target while regional instability worsens. In this clip from The MPAC® Podcast with Salam Al-Marayati, Salam and Middle East policy expert Dr. Jerrold Green dissect Washington's broken national security playbook. True American interests are not secured through endless conflict, but by utilizing regional expertise and prioritizing human-centered diplomacy. Watch full podcast episodes and policy breakdowns on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Links in the description! Subscribe to MPAC's channel: http://bit.ly/MPACYouTube Like MPAC on Facebook: http://fb.com/mpacnational Follow MPAC on Twitter: http://twitter.com/mpac_national Follow MPAC on Instagram: http://instagram.com/mpac_national Visit MPAC's website: http://mpac.org About the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) We improve public understanding and policies that impact American Muslims by engaging our government, media, and communities. Help us to continue this work by making a donation today: http://mpac.org/give.

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