Golden Globe-nominated director Ava DuVernay visited #nerdland for a lengthy discussion about her critically-acclaimed film, "Selma." Issues discussed with host Melissa Harris-Perry include the history of women in the civil rights movement, the film's controversial depiction of President Lyndon B. Johnson, humanizing Rev. Dr.... read more
Was climate responsible for under-inflation of the Patriots' footballs, as Coach Belichick claims could have been the case? Chang Kee Jung, Kavitha Davidson, Jason Page and Chris Valletta weigh in. watch
Jonathan Metzl, Vince Warren and Jasmine Rand discuss a case out of Florida where an African American man was tackled to the ground for carrying a gun he had a permit for and if open carry laws make people more or less safe. watch
On this day in 1961: President John F. Kennedy launched the first live televised presidential news conference, something that made even the press at the time take pause. watch
Melissa Harris-Perry explains why the Supreme Court's decision on one case could be among the most historical and consequential choices ever made about fair housing. Nikole Hannah-Jones and Vince Warren join to discuss. watch
The Supreme Court is deliberating on a case that could determine the future of the Fair Housing Act, the landmark civil rights era legislation that prohibits racial discrimination in housing. This case is extremely important because housing policies not only affect housing; they also have huge implications on health, wealth, and educational... read more
Melissa Harris-Perry and Slate’s Mike Pesca continue their conversation on the ever-evolving story that has football players and fans sitting on the edge of their seat. watch
The nation’s most popular sport has turned itself into spectator sport, all because of the football itself. Slate’s Mike Pesca talks with Melissa Harris-Perry. watch
MSNBC’s Kasie Hunt reports from the Iowa Freedom Summit on controversial Rep. Steve King’s influence on the Republican Party and its crowning of a 2016 presidential nominee. watch
The big battle for reproductive rights in New Orleans is being waged over one clinic: And it hasn't even been built yet. Cosmopolitan senior political writer Jill Filipovic joins Melissa Harris-Perry. watch
In Alabama, a minor seeking an abortion can essentially be put on trial. Melissa Harris-Perry interviews Julian McPhillips, the lawyer who says he is prepared to go to court to defend a fetus. watch
Republican women in Congress revolted over a provision in the House’s 20-week abortion bill, causing the bill’s vote to be canceled. Melissa Harris-Perry’s guests examine the events of this week and what they mean for the politics of choice. watch
