Unrest, Uprisings, and Chaos: A Reflection on Historical Riots and Civil Unrest

This chapter delves into the intense emotions and actions of individuals during periods of unrest and uprising, drawing parallels between Trump's election, racial injustice protests in 2020, and historical riots like the Watts riot, Baltimore uprising, and the Week Uprising. It explores the impact of the Vietnam War on these uprisings, detailing moments of violence, gunfights, and the formation of black power and armed self-defense in response to police brutality. The chapter also sheds light on the dire living conditions, neglect, and mistreatment of asylum seekers in the Netherlands, depicting a disheartening and chaotic situation at registration centers.