The article explores the life of Fred Hampton Jr., who was born shortly after his father, Fred Hampton, was assassinated. The elder Hampton was a prominent leader of the Black Panther Party, and his violent death marked a pivotal moment in American history. The experiences of Hampton Jr. and other children of revolutionaries reveal a legacy of struggle for Black self-determination and the sacrifices endured. Fred Hampton Jr. now leads as chairman of the Panther cubs, embodying the ongoing fight for justice while underscoring the personal costs paid by the children of activists.
"I am a Black Panther cub by birth, as well as by battle."
"Radical change does not come for free. It commands a price that so often is paid by the children of the revolution."
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