The Gray Area with Sean Illing What comes after Black Lives Matter?
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Jun 8, 2023 Cedric Johnson, a professor of Black Studies and Political Science, delves into the future of the racial justice movement in America. He emphasizes the necessity of addressing the economic roots of inequality highlighted by Black Lives Matter. Johnson critiques traditional police reform, arguing for systemic change that promotes social justice. He discusses coalition-building, the relationship between capitalism and policing, and innovative policy solutions to foster equality. His insights urge a shift from mere protest to an organized, class-conscious movement.
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Policing and Capitalism
- Cedric Johnson aims to reframe the policing discussion, shifting from race to class.
- He argues policing manages "surplus populations" under capitalism.
2020 Uprising Catalyst
- The George Floyd protests resonated due to pandemic isolation and a desire to reconnect.
- It also provided an outlet for protesting the Trump administration and pandemic handling.
Waning BLM Support
- Initial support for BLM faded due to concerns about protest violence, particularly looting.
- Other factors include the arrest of Derek Chauvin and the public's short attention span.
