This episode of All Rights Reserved cuts straight to the bone of the housing crisis in Southeast Raleigh. Host Yolanda Taylor, the "Community Lawyer," sits down with the "blueprint for advocacy," Award-winning community leader, Octavia Rainey—a preservationist who has spent decades on the front lines fighting the erasure of Black history and the displacement of its people.

• The 3x Rent Trap: Why requiring three times the rent to qualify is intentionally excluding Gen Z, Millennials, and low-wage workers.
• The Application Fee Hustle: How non-refundable $75–$100 fees are being used as a predatory revenue stream that disproportionately hits Black women.
• Zoning as a Weapon: A deep dive into how rezoning and the removal of "Conservation Overlay Districts" act as the primary engines for gentrification.
• The AMI Myth: Breaking down why "affordable housing" based on Area Median Income is a math problem that doesn't add up for CNAs, hospitality workers, and families living paycheck to paycheck.

Historical Erasure: Octavia Rainey discusses the changing face—and feel—of Southeast Raleigh and the importance of holding local government accountable for redevelopment decisions.

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On this episode of All Rights Reserved, host Yolanda Taylor sits down with Mark-Anthony Middleton.

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On this episode of All Rights Reserved, host Yolanda Taylor sits down with Grady Bussey, newly elected Town Council member for Knightdale, North Carolina, for a real conversation about public service, community growth, and why civic participation matters more than ever.

Bussey shares his journey — from being a nationally competitive track athlete at Saint Augustine's University to becoming a community organizer, advocate for voter engagement, and now a voice in local government. Along the way, he explains how sports, family, and grassroots organizing shaped his leadership philosophy.

The conversation also digs into some of the biggest issues facing Wake County, North Carolina today:

• Rapid population growth and housing development

• The future of infrastructure and community spaces

• Affordable housing challenges

• Why local elections and bond referendums matter to everyday residents

As the 2026 election cycle approaches, Taylor and Bussey also highlight the importance of civic literacy — encouraging voters to research candidates, understand ballot measures, and mobilize their communities to participate in the democratic process.

One key message from the episode: real change starts with people showing up — for their neighbors, their community, and the ballot box.

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On this episode of All Rights Reserved with Yolanda Taylor, the People’s Attorney sits down with Natalie Murdock, State Senator representing Durham, North Carolina, for a direct conversation about the current political landscape in North Carolina.

From election outcomes to policy battles shaping communities across the state, Senator Murdock and Yolanda Taylor break down what the latest political developments really mean for voters — beyond the headlines.

This episode explores:

1. The most recent election wins and losses across North Carolina
2. Key political issues affecting local communities
3. What’s happening inside the state legislature
4. The challenges facing voters and policymakers today
5. How political decisions at the state level shape everyday life

As always, Yolanda Taylor keeps the conversation grounded in accountability, civic responsibility, and the power of an informed electorate.

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In this powerful installment of the Candidates Forum Series on All Rights Reserved with Yolanda Taylor, “The People’s Attorney” sits down with Deborah Joyner Battle, candidate for Nash County Commissioner – District 2.From humble beginnings in rural Eastern North Carolina to 45 years of grassroots advocacy, Battle shares why she believes this moment is bigger than politics — it’s about stewardship, representation, and protecting the voting power of Black communities in Nash County.

This episode tackles:

- The real role of a county commissioner — and why it matters

- Affordable housing, rising rent, and economic instability

- Political gerrymandering and the dilution of Black voting power

- Job loss, industry downsizing, and economic development

- Disaster recovery, mental health, and neglected communities

- Social media attacks, misinformation, and political accountability

- Why she plans to serve one term — and mentor the next generation.

Battle makes it clear: “The seat doesn’t belong to the individual. It belongs to the people.”

If you care about housing, jobs, representation, and local power — this conversation connects the dots between your daily life and your ballot. Democracy has no extension policy.

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