In this retrospective, the MOVE bombing in Philadelphia is revisited, marking nearly 40 years since the police dropped a bomb on a row house. Despite its devastating consequences, including eleven deaths and widespread homelessness, the incident remains largely unacknowledged in public memory. The episode features insights from Mike Africa Jr., whose life has been deeply influenced by the tragedy, and journalist Linn Washington, who hosts a podcast on the topic. They discuss the implications of this historical event on current understandings of race and policing.
The MOVE bombing symbolizes how systemic racism and police violence are often dismissed or forgotten in American history, highlighting ongoing issues in race and policing.
Exploring the MOVE bombing reveals the fragility of collective memory and challenges of acknowledging historical injustices that impact marginalized communities today.
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