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We Refuse Week: Carrie Johnson Kills A Police Officer

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Carrie Johnson: The Red Summer Heroine

Exploring the story of Carrie Johnson, a 17-year-old black girl who defended her home during the 1919 race riots, resulting in the death of a white police officer. The chapter delves into the contrasting portrayals of Carrie in the white and black press, highlighting the significance of claiming self-defense against law enforcement in a racially tumultuous period.

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