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Bonus: Introducing Empire City: The Untold Origin Story of the NYPD
Scene on Radio: Capitalism
Confronting Oppression in 19th Century Brooklyn
This chapter narrates the courageous actions of abolitionist David Ruggles as he rescues enslaved individuals in Brooklyn, leading to the formation of the New York Committee of Vigilance. It highlights the tense dynamics between the police and the Black community, and the risks faced by activists like William Dixon amid a backdrop of kidnapping and resistance. The narrative culminates in a chaotic courthouse confrontation that underscores the ongoing struggle for justice and freedom against systemic oppression.
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