This Black August, Critical Resistance reflects on the 50th year anniversary of both the assassination of George Jackson and the following Attica Rebellion. In a time in which we’re seeing a surge of interest in prison industrial complex (PIC) abolition, it is a priority to continue to anchor it in some of its foundational political lineage and history.
This past year was one of devastation from the ravages of capitalism and the manifestations of its latest set of crises, COVID19, poverty, climate catastrophe - which have moved through the PIC to irrevocably harm countless lives. It was also a year of mass uprising and resistance to capitalism and the PIC.
It is necessary to ground today's abolitionist movement firmly in the tradition of Black August, the call for a recommitment to sharpening collective political analysis, and a deepening of political rigor and discipline.
"99 Books": A new project honoring George Jackson by The Freedom Archives
Check out this new website full of resources on George Jackson, inspired by the 99 books found in his cell after he was assassinated on August 21, 1971.
Support Rashid Johnson: Imprisoned organizer is facing increased repression by prison administration This summer, Kevin "Rashid" Johnson has faced increased repression for his work while imprisoned. Outside supporters are calling for action on his behalf. Make some calls and send some emails in support of Rashid. More info here.
En Route to Thousands of Readers: Our latest issue of our newspaper, The Abolitionist, is finally out!
Issue 35 features articles on defunding policing. Check out a sneak peek of the issue here, and subscribe today to receive a copy of the issue while you still can.
