Policing, Protests, and Power Dynamics

This chapter examines the interplay of state violence and policing by contrasting practices in Berlin and Egypt, while highlighting the role of privilege and fascism in contemporary policing. It addresses police brutality, media representation, and the challenges journalists face when documenting protests, emphasizing the strategic nature of police violence and the culture of accountability. The discussion also critiques legal interpretations related to controversial slogans and the suppression of student protests in universities, revealing the authoritarian tendencies influencing law enforcement and civil discourse.