Scenes from a furious gathering of 5,000 that left major destruction and confusion in its wake.
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The long history of curfews against anti-racist movements
To understand why countless Oakland residents will gather to defy the curfew tonight, it’s important to understand how curfews have long been used to quell pain and fury in communities of color.
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‘Pillar’ organizations call for civil disobedience against Oakland’s curfew
Leaders hope Wednesday night’s action forces a turning point in the conversation about funding for local law enforcement versus other public resources.
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How 2 Oakland students got 15,000 people to march against police violence
Youth organizers hope the massive student-led action will inspire other young people to safely organize, too.