Emergence of the Black Panther Party

The chapter explores the origins and development of the Black Panther Party in the late 1960s, stemming from a revolutionary reading group at Merritt College in Oakland. It delves into their radical ideologies, tactics, and influences, including the impact of key figures like Mark Comfort and Richard Aoki. The chapter also highlights the rise of prominent figures within the Black Panther movement, such as Eldridge Cleaver, and their early engagements in political activism and armed defiance.