Guerrilla History Histories of Resistance in LA from 60’s to Today w/ Gerald Horne
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Jul 4, 2025 
Dr. Gerald Horne, a prominent historian and Chair at the University of Houston, engages in a thought-provoking discussion about resistance in Los Angeles. He examines how historical struggles against racial capitalism relate to contemporary issues like ICE raids and U.S. foreign policy. Horne connects the legacies of the Black Panthers to modern activism, emphasizing the need for international solidarity. The conversation also explores the complexities of social movements, anti-Semitism, and the evolving dynamics of justice in marginalized communities.
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Understand Structural Racism
- Recognize the deep-rooted settler colonialism in the US to understand systemic racism.
- Address historical structures rather than focusing solely on individuals for meaningful change.
US Settler Colonial Roots
- The United States began as a settler colonial regime promoting racism and indigenous dispossession.
- This foundation explains the continuing racial cruelty, such as ICE raids, unfolding today.
Parties' Co-optation of Movements
- Opposition parties often co-opt radical movements when out of power, unlike in the 60s and 70s.
- Today, Democrats sometimes align with grassroots movements against policies like ICE raids for political leverage.