Jonathan Turner

In this engaging discussion, Jonathan Turner, a writer for Al Fida'i Media Network and a Marxist-Leninist commentator, dives into the enduring relevance of Frantz Fanon's revolutionary ideas for Gaza's struggle. He critiques the superficial academic appropriations of Fanon, advocating for a focus on his anti-colonial writings. Turner links concepts of colonial violence and torture to present-day issues in Gaza while exploring the psychological effects of colonialism. He urges a reclaiming of Fanon's revolutionary optimism to inspire contemporary resistance movements.