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When, if ever, is violence acceptable?
Malcolm X's stance on violence, framed by his iconic declaration "by any means necessary," underscores his nuanced and deeply pragmatic perspective. Notably, his unapologetic refusal to cater to whiteness, prioritizing Black liberation. This phrase encapsulates his belief in the right of oppressed individuals to defend themselves, highlighting a commitment to securing freedom, justice, and human dignity.
Malcolm X argued that in the face of systemic oppression and violence, communities must be prepared to protect themselves and assert their often violated human rights through whatever methods were effective and necessary. His perspective was not an endorsement of violence for its own sake but a recognition of the right to self-defence in the context of a society/peoples that were often left no other viable path to change.
Let’s talk about what happened to Jaahnavi Kandula
Our timelines are covered with people— largely South Asians — who don’t usually talk about police violence, amplifying what happened to Jaahnavi Kandula.
If you’re talking about police violence for the first time, thank you. Thank you for engaging in a discourse that is often incorrectly labeled as ‘too political.’ It’s always scary the first time you do something new, so we want to thank you for taking this first step.
Our invitation to you is to take another step, and another after that. Because this may be your first time, but this has been a conversation that Black and Indigenous people have been leading for decades.
Unlearning is Messy, Imperfect and Ongoing Work: On Policing & Community Safety
Understanding systems of oppression, intersectionality, power and privilege is essential to our ability to understand each other and show up in solidarity for each other.