Assassin Nation | This Week In White Supremacy | E247

In this week's installment of This Week In White Supremacy, the conversation was driven by recent events that have shaken the nation. The discussion, hosted by Jasiri, Saïd, and Miracle, revolved around  the complexities of current political violence, the responsibilities of cultural commentators, and the powerful, often painful echoes of history. The podcast begins with a reflection on a significant, tragic event: the shooting of Charlie Kirk, a right-wing commentator. The hosts, acknowledging the circumstances surrounding Kirk’s beliefs and statements, examined the polarized reactions his death elicited. For Jasiri and Miracle, this was an opportunity to consider the differing perceptions of violence, empathy, and accountability when viewed through lenses shaped by race politics. Miracle’s powerful analysis draws a direct line from past racial violence to contemporary media narratives. She points out how certain communities, particularly Black and Brown ones, are conditioned to expect violence. This expectation affects societal reactions to events like Kirk’s death, where there's an inclination to sanitize and defend even the most severe actions of white individuals in mainstream narratives. As the episode wrapped up, the conversation came back to the heart of 1Hood’s mission: unity and collective action. In the face of violence and division, 1HOOD calls for communities to work together to foster peace, understanding, and resilience reminding listeners of the power of collaboration and the importance of working toward a future where empathy and justice prevail.   This Week In White Supremacy continues to provide a platform for insightful and critical discussions, balancing humor, and seriousness to tackle pertinent cultural and political issues. 1HOOD’s vibrant conversations serve to enlighten and engage audiences, encouraging broader awareness and action against injustice. Join them next week as they continue to expose white supremacy and advocate for a more equitable society for all people. -- To help us build liberated communities through arts, education, and social justice visit our website 1hood.org to purchase your official 1HOOD apparel or consider making a tax-deductible donation to 1Hood Media.   -- WATCH THE SHOW: youtube.com/@twiws -- FOLLOW 1HOOD  youtube.com/@1hood facebook.com/1hoodmedia instagram.com/1hoodmedia x.com/1hood -- DISCLAIMERS: The views and opinions expressed during this presentation are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of 1Hood Media, 1Hood Power, and or its affiliates. We do not own the copyrights to the selected songs, audios and/or videos shared in this broadcast. This Week In White Supremacy is brought to you by the 1HOOD Media Network Explicit Language Parental Discretion is Advised TV-MA   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.