Activism in Sports
Funerals began in Uvalde this week for the 19 children and two adults killed in the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School. As we mourn those painful deaths here in California, professional athletes and coaches have also weighed in to express anger and dismay about the state of gun control laws — including San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler and Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr.
Guest:
- Janie McCauley, Associated Press sports writer
California Primary Election
As voting wraps up on Tuesday, June 7, what are the key races to watch? From San Francisco to Contra Costa County to Solano County, public safety concerns have made this cycle particularly interesting to track. Key issues have also included inflation and abortion rights. Our KQED politics and government team shares their insights.
Guests:
- Scott Shafer, KQED politics and government senior editor
- Marisa Lagos, KQED politics and government correspondent
- Guy Marzorati, KQED politics and government reporter
Something Beautiful: Voting
We bring back a previous Something Beautiful with this look at democracy in action. Scanners and other machines have automated aspects of our voting, while adding a whole new element of visual interest.