The Potential for Structural Change

The protests have created an opportunity for structural change in society, as people are starting to envision a shift away from the current political and economic system. The movement has evolved from demanding the abolition of policing to more concrete agendas like defunding and disarming the police, which would challenge capitalism significantly. By reducing the number of armed police and reallocating resources to social services, communities could experience more autonomy and a sense of political agency.