Rev Left Radio Uprising in LA: ICE, Mass Deportations, and American Fascism
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Jun 12, 2025 Alyson and Breht tackle the recent uprisings in LA against ICE and mass deportations. They discuss how these actions serve as labor discipline within a decaying capitalist system. The podcast highlights grassroots resistance, the dark legacy of deportation, and how scapegoating marginalized communities feeds into fascist tactics. They also delve into the disruptive role of AI in labor markets and critique the challenges of capitalism in addressing these issues. Ultimately, there's a hopeful focus on solidarity to resist state repression.
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LA's Intense Community Uprising
- Los Angeles has seen intense community uprisings against ICE raids including blocking roads and throwing rocks at ICE vehicles.
- Federal forces and LAPD, despite sanctuary city status, have deployed militarily in response, escalating tensions.
LA's Unique Colonial & Immigrant Context
- Los Angeles' large immigrant population and colonial history shape its unique response to ICE raids.
- Organized community self-defense networks enable rapid mobilization to resist deportations and state violence.
Mass Deportations as Scapegoating
- Mass deportations serve as a fascist scapegoating tactic deflecting blame from economic elites to immigrants.
- This tactic misdirects anger by blaming powerless people, creating an illusion of action without solving underlying problems.