Charisse Burden-Stelly, an Associate Professor and organizer with the Black Alliance for Peace, and Jodi Dean, a Political Science Professor and acclaimed author, dive into their co-edited collection showcasing the writings of Black Communist women. They discuss how these powerful voices from 1919-1956 argue that true racial and economic equality demands the overthrow of capitalism. The conversation also touches on the unique struggles faced by Black women in activism and the transformative potential of their insights for contemporary movements.
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Redefining the Working Class
Black communist women redefine the working class beyond white male factory workers.
Their organizing rooted communism deeply in community life and struggle, not in blind Moscow allegiance.
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Black Liberation and Socialism Link
Early Black communists linked socialism and Black liberation pre-Bolshevik.
Black Belt Nation thesis advanced self-determination and prioritized Black workers in the South.
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Triple Oppression and Political Failures
Early articulation of triple oppression highlights compounded struggles of Black women.
Analysis of U.S. political parties reveals continuous failure to address racial injustice over decades.
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Jodi Dean's "Crowd and Party" delves into the complexities of political organization in the contemporary era. Dean challenges traditional notions of the vanguard party, exploring the potential and limitations of 'communicative crowds' as alternative forms of political action. The book examines the role of communication technologies in shaping political mobilization and the challenges of maintaining collective action in a fragmented digital landscape. Dean's analysis offers valuable insights into the dynamics of power, identity, and collective action in the 21st century. It prompts critical reflection on the evolving nature of political participation and the search for effective strategies for social change.
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ORIGINALLY RELEASED Mar 10, 2023
In this episode of Guerrilla History, we bring on two fantastic guests, Prof. Charisse Burden-Stelly and Prof. Jodi Dean. We discuss their co-edited collection, Organize, Fight, Win: Black Communist Women’s Political Writing, which is an absolutely indispensable resource for those of us serious about achieving liberation! This collection includes writings focused on the period from 1919-1956, which argue that racial and economic equality can only be achieved by overthrowing capitalism. Pick up the book!
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