Joshua Clark Davis

Joshua Clark Davis, an Associate Professor of U.S. History at the University of Baltimore, dives into the hidden battles between civil rights activists and local police forces in his new book. He reveals how groups like CORE and SNCC confronted police abuses through direct actions, challenging the narrative that they endured violence passively. Davis discusses the insidious tactics of local red squads, the personal stories of activists facing severe repression, and how these historical injustices resonate in today's climate of protest.

Joshua Clark Davis, an Associate Professor of U.S. history, explores the overlooked resistance of civil rights activists to police violence in his new book. He reveals how groups like CORE and SNCC fought back against surveillance and repression, illustrating their struggles through personal stories. Davis expands the concept of police violence to include economic and legal tactics that aimed to undermine movements. He also sheds light on local police strategies, such as red squads, and the impact of infiltrators on the civil rights struggle.