Amanpour and Company

July 20, 2020

U.S. House Majority Whip Rep. James Clyburn (D-SC) reacts to the federal crackdown on protesters in Portland. Pro-democracy activist Nathan Law and Alan Hoo, vice chair of Hong Kong's Liberal Party, respond to the UK's suspension of its extradition treaty with Hong Kong. Zerlina Maxwell joins Michel Martin to discuss her new book “The End of White Politics.”

Rep. James Clyburn Reflects on Rep. John Lewis' Legacy

2m 36s

Georgia Congressman John Lewis died aged 80 on Friday after a lifetime spent fighting for racial equality and social justice. House Majority Whip James Clyburn was a close friend of Lewis, and joins the program to honor his friend.

Previews + Extras

  • UK Suspends Extradition Treaty With Hong Kong: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    UK Suspends Extradition Treaty With Hong Kong

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    Today the UK suspended its extradition treaty with Hong Kong and banned the export of any riot control equipment to the territory. The reason for this about-face from one of the West’s most China-friendly nations is a new national security law imposed on Hong Kong by Beijing that criminalizes most political dissent in the territory that once belonged to Britain. Activist Nathan Law responds.

  • Alan Hoo Defends New National Security Law in Hong Kong: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Alan Hoo Defends New National Security Law in Hong Kong

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    In contrast to pro-democracy voices, defenders of a new national security law in Hong Kong say it’s a necessary step to stop chaos and disorder. Barrister Alan Hoo, a vice chairman of Hong Kong’s pro-Beijing Liberal Party, joins the program.

  • Zerlina Maxwell Discusses "The End of White Politics": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Zerlina Maxwell Discusses "The End of White Politics"

    S2020 E3014 - 16m 58s

    Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden's choice of running mate is the subject of mounting speculation. Zerlina Maxwell argues that it should be one of the many qualified Black women in politics today. She speaks with Michel Martin about her new book "The End of White Politics," and explains how the Democrats’ failure to focus on communities of color could be their downfall.

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