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Discover the powerful oral history of resistance in 'It Did Happen Here', a compelling trade paperback detailing the fight against white supremacy in Portland, Oregon, during the late 1980s. This brand new release, published by PM Press in 2023, captures the voices of civil rights activists, immigrant communities, militant youth, and queer organizers who united to combat the violent rise of racist skinheads after the tragic murder of Ethiopian immigrant Mulugeta Seraw. Through firsthand accounts and interviews, this book reveals a crucial chapter in the struggle against racial injustice. Readers will gain insights into the collaborative efforts of three significant groups: Portland’s Anti-Racist Action, Skinheads Against Racial Prejudice, and the Coalition for Human Dignity. Explore various tactics, from street confrontations to covert intelligence operations, as courageous antiracists challenge the forces of hate. 'It Did Happen Here' is not just a historical account; it’s a call to action, sharing lessons on effective resistance and community solidarity. Ideal for those passionate about civil rights, social justice, and grassroots activism, this book is a vital addition to any library. Free shipping is included for this item, with an expected delivery time of up to 6 weeks. Once your order is placed, please note that it cannot be canceled. Grab your copy today and stand on the side of change!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781629633510
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: PM Press
Description:
Portland, Oregon, 1988: the brutal murder of Ethiopian immigrant Mulugeta Seraw by racist skinheads shocked the city.
In response disparate groups quickly came together to organize against white nationalist violence and right-wing organizing throughout the Rose City and the Pacific Northwest.
It Did Happen Here compiles interviews with dozens of people who worked together during the waning decades of the twentieth century to reveal an inspiring collaboration between groups of immigrants, civil rights activists, militant youth, and queer organizers. This oral history focuses on participants in three core groups: the Portland chapters of Anti-Racist Action and Skinheads Against Racial Prejudice, and the Coalition for Human Dignity.
Using a diversity of tactics—from out-and-out brawls on the streets and at punk shows, to behind-the-scenes intelligence gathering—brave antiracists unified on their home ground over and over, directly attacking right-wing fascists and exposing white nationalist organizations and neo-Nazi skinheads. Embattled by police and unsupported by the city, these citizen activists eventually drove the boneheads out of the music scene and off the streets of Portland. This book shares their stories about what worked, what didn’t, and ideas on how to continue the fight.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781629633510
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: PM Press
Description:
Portland, Oregon, 1988: the brutal murder of Ethiopian immigrant Mulugeta Seraw by racist skinheads shocked the city.
In response disparate groups quickly came together to organize against white nationalist violence and right-wing organizing throughout the Rose City and the Pacific Northwest.
It Did Happen Here compiles interviews with dozens of people who worked together during the waning decades of the twentieth century to reveal an inspiring collaboration between groups of immigrants, civil rights activists, militant youth, and queer organizers. This oral history focuses on participants in three core groups: the Portland chapters of Anti-Racist Action and Skinheads Against Racial Prejudice, and the Coalition for Human Dignity.
Using a diversity of tactics—from out-and-out brawls on the streets and at punk shows, to behind-the-scenes intelligence gathering—brave antiracists unified on their home ground over and over, directly attacking right-wing fascists and exposing white nationalist organizations and neo-Nazi skinheads. Embattled by police and unsupported by the city, these citizen activists eventually drove the boneheads out of the music scene and off the streets of Portland. This book shares their stories about what worked, what didn’t, and ideas on how to continue the fight.