NEWARK, NJ – Brian D Powers, host of New Jersey Revolution Radio and a statewide activist tells about his experience while advocating for equal water access for all Newark residents during the VMAs in August.
Note: Nov 22, 2019 11:00AM the interview has been cancelled at request of interviewee.
The August 25, 2019 protest was largely organized by the Newark Water Coalition. Demonstrators surrounded MTV’s VMAs awards hosted in downtown Newark at the Prudential Center. Demonstrators were outraged that MTV and the VMAs made no mention of the water crisis taking place in the City of Newark.
The Newark Visitor’s Bureau issued the following statement.
“We are elated to welcome world-class celebrities, entertainers, and visitors to our City for this exciting weekend.
Whether they are here for the taping of Black Girls Rock! at NJPAC, the MTV Video Music Awards at Prudential Center, or any of the other VMA VIP experiences hosted by our local partners, we want to assure them that the water crisis will not affect their stays.
In response, the Working Persons Advocacy Coalition writes “When will folks learn that the government could give two sh*ts about you. They care more about the reputation of Newark than fixing our God damn water! Clean water for Newark Now!!!!”
Brian Powers is also a member of XR Rebellion in support their efforts in the greater NYC area. He also hosts NJRR weekdays at 7PM.
According to NJ Revolution Radio’s Facebook page,
- New Jersey Revolution Radio is here to support the arts, anti-racist, and anti-capitalist work around the state of New Jersey.
- We will commit our time to covering struggles against the establishment.
- We will maintain our independence from any corporate money or influence.
- We will support building a counter – culture that fosters a social revolution, putting peace and planet over profit.
Powers is also a MMP (Medical Marijuana Patient) and was recently arrested for being in possession of a medication device in Middlesex County.
