MOVE: A Complex Legacy

This chapter explores the origins, beliefs, and practices of the MOVE organization, a group known for its controversial stance on societal issues and animal rights. The discussion highlights the group's tumultuous interactions with the local community and the Philadelphia police, tracing the history that culminated in the tragic events of 1985. Through this narrative, the chapter emphasizes the tensions and grievances that marked the relationship between MOVE and its neighbors, illustrating the fine line between advocacy and antagonism.