Aisha K. Staggers had her first major publication, an album review, in The New Haven Register while just a sophomore in high school. Another series of reviews published in The Hartford Courant followed. By the time she reached college, Aisha was writing for the literary magazine and interning at a local radio station, ABC-affiliate as a writer in the news department and in the A&R department of an independent record company.
As a graduate student at Fisk University, Aisha asked Dr. Raymond Winbush to chair her thesis because 1) he was one of the most renowned voices in black culture and academia, and 2) he was a Prince fan. His scholarship and guidance led Aisha to an early career as a professor of social sciences and later an administrator in higher education.
Aisha has also served as a director of education and policy research centers and on the staff of legislative commissions. She previously served on the Executive Board of the CT Young Democrats’ Women’s Caucus, an avid campaigner and has remained active in politics and public policy.
Laura “LaLa” Key is a powerhouse vocalist, livestreamer and active Real Estate professional. She has managed a major live-streaming App and teaches courses in social media promotion. When she is not busy making joke memes, cussing out politicians or cooking amazing gourmet dishes, she travels the globe recording and performing original music with her artist husband. Most recently the pair traveled to Rio de Janerio, Brazil and Porto, Portugal to perform vocal parts in the studio for their latest album release.
Dr. Tachi, founder of IndieSoup Media, will be joining the ladies on the show.
On the May 9, 2026 episode of Primetime Saturday With Aisha & LaLa, Aisha and Dr. Tachi talked about:
United States Supreme Court strikes key Voting Rights Act protection
The conversation focuses on a recent United States Supreme Court ruling that struck down a key protection within the Voting Rights Act
Ruling Overview:
The court, in a 6-to-3 decision (Louisiana v. Cala), narrowed Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. This makes it significantly harder to challenge racially discriminatory congressional maps by requiring proof of intentional discrimination.
Impact on Representation: The participants argue this ruling effectively “hollows out” the Act, potentially leading to the loss of “safe seats” for Black representatives and other communities of color, and allowing states to gerrymander districts more easily.
The “Nadir” Period: Aisha K. Staggers emphasizes that the U.S. is entering a second “Nadir” period—a dark era similar to the post-Reconstruction period where voting rights were systematically rolled back. She argues this threatens the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments.
Criticism of Political Strategies:
Aisha and Dr. Tachi express frustration with current Democratic political strategies, suggesting that the party needs to stop expecting opponents to follow the law and instead focus on mobilizing their existing base rather than trying to appease disaffected groups or reaching across the aisle.
Media Responsibility:
Aisha and LaLa also criticize mainstream media for failing to adequately report on these issues or stand up for Black journalists, such as the treatment of Rachel Scott by the administration.
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