The origins of the police force and their role in upholding oppression, racism, and protecting private property and the interests of the ruling class. Presented by Dave Riehle, retired railroad worker and local labor historian. Join us for a Socialist Action webinar series. Learn about the origins of the police force, their role in upholding … Continue reading History of the Racist Police Webinar July 30
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Lessons of Ferguson
By CLAY WADENA As of press time for Socialist Action newspaper, the grand jury investigating Michael Brown’s death at the hands of Officer Darren Wilson has still not issued its decision. The grand jury is made up of six white men, three white women, two African-American women, and one African-American man. Nine out of the … Continue reading Lessons of Ferguson

