Novara Media Downstream: On Palestine, Prisons and British Vs. American Racism w/ Ta-Nehisi Coates
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Apr 7, 2025 Ta-Nehisi Coates, acclaimed author and MacArthur Genius Grant recipient, engages in a compelling conversation about race, identity, and the politics of oppression. He parallels the struggles of Black Americans with those of Palestinians, examining the shared experiences of systemic racism and colonial legacies. Coates discusses literature, class, and the moral imperative of activism, urging solidarity among marginalized groups. His reflections on visiting Palestine reveal stark realities that challenge notions of equity and justice, urging a deeper understanding of interconnected global struggles.
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America's Export of Racism
- Ta-Nehisi Coates highlights America's influence on racist ideologies.
- He notes how Hitler researched Jim Crow laws and Zionism's founders referenced Native American displacement.
UK vs. US Incarceration
- Ash Sarkar and Ta-Nehisi Coates compare mass incarceration rates in the US and UK.
- Sarkar claims the UK has higher proportional incarceration rates for Black people, surprising Coates.
Meaning of Comrade
- Ta-Nehisi Coates discusses his use of "comrades" to begin his book, The Message.
- The term reflects his father's Panther Party affiliation and signifies unity in struggle.
