We Refuse

by Kellie Carter Jackson

Seal Press · 2024 · 304 pages

This history challenges the narrow narrative of Black resistance, moving beyond the familiar dichotomy of nonviolent protest versus armed struggle. It reveals how Black women, in particular, have historically employed a wide spectrum of tactics—from quiet defiance and joy to outright rebellion—to confront white supremacy. Discover a more complete and nuanced understanding of the fight for freedom, recognizing the power and necessity of all forms of Black agency.

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