Shifts in White Working-Class Identity and Radical Movements

This chapter examines the transformation of white working-class identity and politics from the 1930s to the late 1960s, particularly in the context of radical movements like the Panthers. It highlights the disconnect between grassroots struggles and broader political objectives, while discussing the constitutional implications of activism and the need for systemic change. The narrative also addresses the emergence of Black political power and the complexities of representation amidst entrenched conservatism and racial capitalism.

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