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A Reflection on Black History, White Supremacy, and the Fight for Racial Justice with Farajii Muhammad

Justice & Power

Release Date: 03/22/2023

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In this episode, Farajii Muhammad shares his experiences growing up in a black community and involvement in social justice work. He discusses the importance of reflecting on history and fighting against white supremacy. They touch on issues such as police brutality and the need for accountability for officers who violate their oaths. The conversation highlights the need to always strive for justice and equality.

 

[00:01 - 15:24] Reflections on Unity and Social Justice 

  • Farajii Muhammad reflects on the 1995 Million Man March as a formative experience in his lifelong commitment to social justice

  • The March was a call to action for black men to take responsibility for their lives and reconnect with the Almighty, and was marked by a sense of inner peace and security among participants

  • Despite the presence of military equipment and helicopters, the March was peaceful, in contrast to more recent events

  • The March was also a time for women behind the scenes to organize and support the event, despite being asked to stay home for safety reasons

  

[15:25 - 29:45]The Ongoing Struggle Against Systemic Racism 

  • The Million Man March and related movements represented an evolution of the civil rights movement, emphasizing solidarity across oppressed groups

  • White allies who stand in solidarity with black communities demonstrate their consciousness and willingness to be part of the change

  • Systemic racism affects the entire black community, leading to demonization and loss of innocence for black children, and a constant awareness of one's blackness

  • The case of Tyre Nichols highlights the personal vendettas and abuses of power that black men face at the hands of police

  

[29:46 - 50:37] The Role of Millennial Leadership in Transforming the Urban League 

  • Trauma and frustration following George Floyd's death underscores the need for accountability and change in police culture

  • Police chiefs have a responsibility to identify and address problematic officers, rather than allowing them to continue their abuses of power

  • The case of Tyre Nichols highlights the ways in which black people are used as weapons against their own communities, and the need for officers to see victims' humanity

  • This is a moment for black people to come together, organize, and strategize for a better future, channeling the pain of systemic racism into positive action

 

 

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Join the movement for justice and power with the "Justice & Power'' podcast. Listen to stimulating conversations on tough topics affecting Black and Brown America with host Nekima Levy Armstrong. Reach out to us on Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook. To know more about us connect with us at Wayfinder Foundation and www.nekimalevyarmstrong.com. Let's make change happen together!

 

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“This was a call to action for us to atone for our sins and take responsibility for our lives. It was a call to action for us to be reconnected to the Almighty.” - Farajii Muhammad