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Racial Tensions and Community Dynamics in 'Do the Right Thing'
This chapter explores the controversial use of chokeholds and their implications in both real-life incidents and Spike Lee's film 'Do the Right Thing.' It highlights the intersections of racial tension, police violence, and socioeconomic struggles within a Brooklyn neighborhood, while drawing parallels to historical tragedies of police brutality. The narrative also examines cultural conflicts and the absence of local black-owned businesses, raising critical questions about systemic racism and community solidarity.