Advocates weigh in on president’s address to the nation

The President is scheduled to give his State of the Union address this evening at 9 pm eastern. He is expected to focus his speech on the economy, and like most State of the Unions, he'll likely lay out his vision for the year ahead. FSRN’s Leigh Ann Caldwell spoke with some GROUPS and individuals about what they would like him to say. Here’s what a People’s State of the Union would sound like.

You can tune into Pacifica’s live broadcast of the State of the Union tonight at 9 pm eastern. After the President's speech, you will hear reaction from analysts and lawmakers on Capitol Hill.  You can stream live at www.pacifica.org.