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On a MOVE: Repairing Histories of State Violence

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On March 16, activist Mike Africa Jr. and scholar Dr. Krystal Strong joined Rethinking Schools editor Jesse Hagopian to discuss the story of the MOVE organization, repairing histories of state violence, and the “On a MOVE” curriculum project. (Watch our previous Teach the Black Freedom Struggle online classes and register for upcoming classes here.) Participants shared what they learned and additi...
The strongest version of this narrative highlights the resilience of the MOVE organization and the importance of preserving marginalized histories to challenge state violence and systemic oppression. The discussion effectively centers the voices of those directly impacted by the 1985 bombing and subsequent injustices, using their experiences to frame a broader conversation about reparative justice and education. The "On a MOVE" curriculum is a powerful example of how local history can be used to...