In Defense of Looting facts for kids
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| Author | Vicky Osterweil |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Verso Books |
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September 17, 2019 |
In Defense of Looting: A Riotous History of Uncivil Action is a book written by Vicky Osterweil in 2019. It was published by Bold Type Books. Osterweil wrote this book after seeing the Ferguson unrest in 2014 and 2015.
Contents
What is This Book About?
This book explores the idea of looting and its role in society. The author, Vicky Osterweil, shares her unique views on why looting happens and what it might achieve. She wrote it to make people think differently about social change.
The Author's Main Ideas
Vicky Osterweil argues that looting can be a tool for positive change in society. She believes it can help to share property and wealth more fairly in places where society is unequal. She calls this "fighting racial capitalism," which means challenging systems where race and money are linked in unfair ways.
Looting as a Tool for Change
In her book, Osterweil suggests that people who take part in rioting and looting are often very aware of political and social issues in their neighborhoods. She sees these actions as a way for people to express their feelings and try to make things better. She believes these actions can lead to important changes in society.
Challenging Nonviolence
Osterweil also talks about the idea of nonviolence. She says that when nonviolence is seen as the only way to act, it can become too strict. She believes that sometimes, limiting actions during uprisings can stop people from making their voices heard. She suggests that other forms of action might be needed to bring about real change.
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