Routledge - The Politics of Protest: Black Lives Matter Readings

Explore the political implications of the Black Lives Matter movement with this comprehensive collection from Routledge. This book offers a deep engagement with the social and legal dynamics surrounding the movement that began in 2013. Following the acquittal of George Zimmerman in the murder of Trayvon Martin, Alicia Garza, Patrisse Cullors, and Opal Tometi led the #BlackLivesMatter project to address the brutality against Black bodies. This volume covers a broad range of topics through various methods and epistemological approaches. It serves as an essential resource for understanding how the movement has shaped twenty-first-century social and political discourse. Whether you are studying social sciences, legal history, or contemporary activism, these readings provide a detailed look at the movement-building efforts that continue to impact society today.