From #BlackLivesMatter to Black Liberation (Expanded Second Edition): Expanded Second Edition

The Black Lives Matter movement has challenged the impunity of police violence against Black people and punctured the illusion of a postracial America. Activist and scholar Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor argues that this struggle holds the potential to reignite a broader push for Black liberation.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 17 June 2021
Publisher: Haymarket Books

The eruption of widespread protests in response to the police killings of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, and Eric Garner in New York City has brought to light the issue of impunity enjoyed by law enforcement officers when it comes to violence against Black individuals. This has shattered the illusion of a postracial America, exposing the deep-rooted racism and structural inequalities that continue to plague our society. The Black Lives Matter movement has emerged as a powerful force, galvanizing a new generation of activists who are committed to addressing these pressing issues.

In this thought-provoking essay, activist and scholar Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor delves into the historical and ongoing consequences of racism, including mass incarceration and Black unemployment. She argues that the struggle against police violence, fueled by the Black Lives Matter movement, holds the potential to reignite a broader push for Black liberation. Taylor highlights the need for systemic change and the dismantling of oppressive systems that perpetuate inequality. She emphasizes the importance of collective action and the empowerment of Black communities to shape their destinies.

The protests that have erupted across the nation have sent a clear message that the time for change is now. It is essential to recognize that this struggle is not just about the individual victims of police violence but about the systemic injustices that have plagued our society for generations. By working together, we can build a more just and equitable world for all.

Weight: 408g
Dimension: 139 x 215 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781642594553