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EPISODE · Aug 19, 2026 · 1H

When the KKK ruled KCK and Nelson Lichtenstein on the upcoming UAW elections

from Heartland Labor Forum · host KKFI 90.1 FM Kansas City Community Radio

A hundred years ago in Kansas City Kansas, the KKK ruled. In fact, for three decades, they held substantial control of city government while fomenting hatred of Blacks, immigrants and Catholics. We’ll interview Tim Rives, author of the book about the KKK in KCK. Then, the United Autoworkers Union is generating controversy over democracy vs. top down unity as they approach the existential negotiations in 2028. We’ll talk to renowned labor historian and UAW expert Nelson Lichtenstein. Our feature is Know Your Rights with Michael Amash.

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