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Part Two: The Black Bloc: It’s a Tactic, Not an Organization

2025/6/18
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This chapter explores the Black Bloc tactic's origins in Germany and its evolution in the Netherlands during the 1980s. It discusses the escalation of tactics from non-violent protest to the use of Molotov cocktails in response to police brutality and the legal implications of such actions. The discussion also includes a cautious note about not advocating for specific actions.
  • Black Bloc's varied expressions across different locations and time periods.
  • The Dutch squatters' shift from non-violent protest to using Molotov cocktails after the death of Hans Koch.
  • Legal ramifications of Molotov cocktails as destructive devices.
  • The importance of cautious language when discussing potentially illegal or harmful tactics.

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Margaret continues talking with Molly Conger about the history of protestors wearing black and masks while fighting neoliberalism and fascism. 

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