Radicals in Conversation Radicals in Conversation: 2024 Curated Highlights
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Dec 12, 2024 In this engaging conversation, John Pring discusses the shocking failures of the UK's Work Capability Assessments and their impact on vulnerable populations. Robert Chapman explores the neurodiversity movement's achievements and its struggles within a capitalist framework. Riya Al'Sanah highlights labor solidarity efforts regarding workers in weapon factories tied to Palestine. Joy James critiques the militarization of policing and its societal consequences, calling for a transformative shift in resistance strategies. Together, they shed light on urgent social issues and the need for accountability.
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Errol Graham’s Tragic Death
- Errol Graham starved to death after DWP cut his benefits for missing an assessment.
- He was severely mentally ill and unable to leave his flat.
Lack of Accountability
- Deaths linked to DWP benefits face less scrutiny than mental health service suicides.
- The UN deemed these deaths "grave and systematic violations" of disabled people’s rights.
Neurodivergence and Incarceration
- Neurodivergent people are disproportionately incarcerated, highlighting limits of rights-based advocacy.
- Reframing neurodivergence as a disability allows leveraging existing legislation for accommodations.
