It Could Happen Here It Could Happen Here Weekly 199
Sep 13, 2025
Dana El Kurd, a political analyst and professor specializing in Palestinian politics, joins Prop, a rapper known for addressing racism through his art, and Cooper Quinton, a technologist focused on digital privacy. They dive into the complexities of Palestinian statehood, critiquing superficial international recognition while highlighting local aspirations. The conversation also explores the dangers of digital surveillance technology and corporate influence in social governance, ultimately advocating for community-driven solutions to pressing societal issues.
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Local Win: Non‑Privatized Neighborhood Water
- Prop recounts community organizing successes like non-privatizing water in his neighborhood as an example of local wins.
- He uses those wins to argue for community-led solutions rather than policing-centered approaches.
Crime As A Racialized Social Construct
- Robert Evans and Prop argue that “crime” functions as a racialized social construct used to justify repression and displacement.
- They show rhetoric about crime often masks policy choices like militarized occupation or sidelining social services.
Use School Case Management To Prevent Violence
- Invest in school-based case management and trusted mentors to reduce youth violence in high-risk neighborhoods.
- Philadelphia's program shows consistent mentorship, meals, and conflict mediation calm school climates and prevent escalation.
