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When the State Dropped a Bomb on Its Own Citizens | Graham Elwood

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When the State Dropped a Bomb on Its Own Citizens | Graham Elwood

This discussion examines the tragic 1985 MOVE organisation bombing in Philadelphia, where police dropped an explosive device on a residential neighbourhood compound, resulting in deaths, massive destruction, and a critique of state violence.
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📚 Sources & Further Reading:
This video is based on historical reporting and NPR Code Switch articles.
1. NPR Code Switch - The 1985 MOVE Bombing: https://www.npr.org/
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In this video I discuss the following: 
✅ The 1985 Philadelphia police bombing of the MOVE organisation compound in a residential neighbourhood.
✅ Historical context, the escalation of the standoff, thousands of rounds fired, and the decision by Mayor Wilson Goode to drop an explosive device.
✅ Examining state violence, police militarisation, lack of mainstream media coverage, and the importance of peaceful resistance.

⏳ Timestamps: 
00:00 Introduction: The May 13, 1985, Philadelphia police bombing of the MOVE organization compound
01:30 Background on the MOVE group, escalating tensions, and the massive police mobilization (500 officers, heavy weaponry)
03:30 The Satchel bomb dropped by helicopter, the ensuing residential fire, and the tragic loss of life, including children
05:45 Critique of state force, comparisons to other standoffs (Waco, Ruby Ridge, Standing Rock), and police militarization
08:15 Conclusion: Advocating for peaceful nonviolent resistance, systemic police reform, and independent media coverage

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