Miscellaneous
Senator Mike Gravel passed away on June 26, 2021 at the age of 91. Leaving an amazing activist and political career behind him Robbie and Abby decided to reflect on and celebrate his *true* legacy, one that has been white washed and cherry picked even in the recent newspaper obituaries. A legacy that included sticking his neck out on taboo issues like advocating for a new 9/11 investigation and pushing legislation that encouraged cooperation with the formerly People’s Republic of China. Gravel had been a huge inspiration to Media Roots since the very beginning, leaving a lasting imprint on both Abby and Robbie since they watched him on the presidential debate stage VS Barack Obama in 2008. Because of this admiration, Robbie and Abby felt lucky they got Senator Gravel on Media Roots Radio twice as a guest over the years. Early internet independent journalists Eric & Mike Jackman also known as the Jackman brothers had an opportunity to meet Gravel during the 2008 primary, as they happened to live in New Hamphshire, a prime spot for visiting campaigning candidates during the presidential primary season. While Gravel was campaigning in New Hampshire, Mike Jackman landed a job working for Senator Gravel as his driver. Of course one of the more entertaining aspects of the job was hearing many hilarious and fasccinating anecdotes in long car rides with the Senator. The Jackman brothers then continued to keep in contact with Senator Gravel for the next 13 years. There’s nothing complicated about today’s episode, this is a celebration of the life and career of Senator Mike Gravel featuring Robbie Martin, Abby Martin, Mike Jackman & Eric Jackman. Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider donating to Media Roots Radio on Patreon // www.patreon.com/mediarootsradio Patreon subscribers at the $5 tier get access to an exclusive bonus episode per month. FOLLOW // twitter.com/AbbyMartin // twitter.com/FluorescentGrey