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BlackLivesMatter

A subreddit for Black Lives Matter movement related posts and comments.

Rules:

  • Follow Reddit Rules: No inciting violence, posting personally-identifiable information/doxxing, or posting misinformation. We know information is moving fast, but do your best to find sources.
  • No hateful content or harmful behaviors: No racism, sexism, transphobia, homophobia, ableism, etc is welcome here. We center black voices and will not allow others to speak over us. Trolling or joke comments are not welcome because this is serious, we are fighting for our lives.
  • Cite your Sources: Informational posts are welcome, but if it is an uncited claim or just a screenshot, you'll be asked to repost it with a more reliable source such as a news article. We want to minimize any chance of misinformation.
  • We aren't here to educate you: If you are just now realizing that police brutality against black people is a problem or haven't even reached this step yet, please leave. We do not have the time, energy, or emotional fortitude to deal with you. People that want to teach and want to learn go to /r/socialjustice101. For discussions on race in general, see /r/racism.
  • Gaslighting: Any post and comment directing blame to the protestor or any pearl clutching about "looting" will result in an immediate ban. "Both sides" rhetoric or black on black crime misdirection will also result in being banned. Trying to use Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to silence black people applies as well.
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  • Goals: Posts asking what Black Lives Matter's goals are or what they plan to accomplish will be deleted. Check BlackLivesMatter's website.
  • What can I do?: Posts asking "What Can I Do" will be removed. As a starting point, read this post and know that there is a great deal of emotional labor in asking black people to explain what you should be doing. There are already plenty of resources to educate yourself (several of which are mentioned in the link) so educate yourself first before asking other people to educate you.
  • Covid 19: Posts downplaying the severity of Covid-19 or suggesting people ignore it will be deleted. If you or someone you live with is immunocompromised, do not put yourself or them at risk. The protests are for a just cause, but they are not the only form of activism possible.
  • Black on Black Crime: This talking point is a non-issue and a common deflection attempt rooted in misinformation. This article deconstructs it pretty well, but we're not wasting time or space explaining why it's nonsense.
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We Are More Than Cogs; We Are the Revolution

For too long, we’ve been fed a lie. A lie that we’re free, that this system works for us, that if we just work hard enough, we’ll achieve the dream. But look closer—the dream is a mirage, designed to keep us chasing while they reap the rewards. The few, those at the top, have declared themselves gods, ruling over us as though they own not just the wealth but the very air we breathe.

The truth is harsh, but it must be said: we are nothing more than cogs in their machine, spinning endlessly to make the rich richer, the powerful more powerful. But if we can’t live free, the system can’t stand.

We’ve been told that scarcity is the reason for our struggle. That there aren’t enough resources, so we must compete, fight, and claw for scraps. But that’s another lie. Think about this: there are over 333 million people in America alone—and the reality is, we have the resources to stop the constant churn of mass production, to live sustainably, and still thrive. There’s enough land, food, energy, and technology to create a society that ensures every single person’s survival and dignity.

So why don’t we? Because this system thrives on greed. Corporations would rather let food rot in warehouses than give it to the hungry. They’d rather pollute rivers and destroy forests than lose a dollar of profit. They’d rather exploit our personal data, manipulate us with marketing, and push endless consumerism than admit the truth: this isn’t about meeting our needs; it’s about feeding their power.

They sell us the illusion of choice while using psychological manipulation to control our desires. They’ve turned our lives into commodities, our data into currency, and our labor into fuel for their machine. The system wasn’t built to serve us—it was built to enslave us. But our unity, their downfall.

History shows us the truth. From the Gilded Age of robber barons to the billionaires of today, the system has always been rigged. Corporations crush workers to cut costs. Politicians sell their souls to the highest bidder. Wars are waged to protect profits, not people. Many voices, one movement is their greatest fear.

But here’s the thing—they only win if we stay divided. They’ve spent decades pitting us against each other. Left vs. right. Rural vs. urban. Black vs. white. It’s a strategy straight out of Orwell’s 1984. They want us too distracted fighting one another to see the real enemy. Because they know the truth: we are more than cogs in their machine; we are the revolution.

Think about the power we hold. Together, we outnumber them a thousand to one. Together, we are unstoppable. They control the wealth, the media, and the laws, but none of that matters if we refuse to comply. If we unite, resist, and rebuild, we can create a system that works for all of us, not just the privileged few. The time is now: unite, resist, rebuild.

This isn’t just about tearing down their machine. It’s about building something better. A future where no one is exploited for a paycheck, where no child goes hungry, where no voice is silenced because it challenges the status quo. It’s about reclaiming the dream they’ve stolen from us. Rise as one, reclaim the future.

We are done begging for scraps from their table. We’re done watching as they strip our communities of opportunity while lining their pockets. We’re done believing the lie that this is just the way things are. No gods, no masters—only freedom.

They want you to feel small. Powerless. But remember this: their power comes from us. Every hour we work. Every dollar we spend. Every time we stay silent. Fight the few, empower the many. If we withdraw that power, their system crumbles.

We stand at a crossroads. On one side is the broken system they want us to accept. On the other is a future we can build together. A future where we’re no longer cogs in their machine but the architects of our destiny. The choice is clear: their system, our power, one reckoning.

I’ll leave you with the words of Thomas Jefferson: "When injustice becomes law, resistance becomes duty."

Let this be our duty. Let this be our spark. Let this be the moment we reclaim what is ours.

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2025/01/27
02:18 UTC

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Justice for sanda dia

18 privileges white university students got away with taking the life of black student in Belgium. The Belgium government really have said Sanda Dia life was worth €1500. Those 18 white students have continued to live their lives peacefully and have no regrets.

2 Comments
2025/01/26
00:12 UTC

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American Skin (41 Shots) by Living Colour — RIP Amadou Diallo

2 Comments
2025/01/04
04:27 UTC

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Urgent Help Needed - NYC

Hi everyone,

I’m reaching out because my loved one was recently arrested, and I’m looking for legal advice or resources to help navigate this situation. Specifically, I’d appreciate recommendations for:

•	Lawyers who specialize in police misconduct or unfair treatment
•	Organizations or groups that advocate for justice in Black communities
•	Any legal aid programs that offer affordable or free assistance

This has been an overwhelming experience, and I want to ensure we’re handling it the best way possible. If you know of anyone or have been through something similar, please share any advice or contacts. If these topics have been shared before, please feel free to redirect me. Im also open to DMs regarding this situation.

Thank you so much for your support, and have a great New Year.

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2025/01/01
01:33 UTC

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top members blm discord psa & warning

i wanted to join the blm discord, and I saw mods literally letting jackbooted nazi shit pass by. like there were these folks talking about how "jewish people control the healthcare system" and nonsense like that. i got pissed, went off on them, then left the server. now I have infractions on my discord account, so thats weird. I didn't say anything wrong so hopefully asking for a review of the infractions will get that settled.

don't get me wrong, I think BLM is cool as fuck and its an important organization and im all for joining BLM related groups. that specific discord, however, is kinda fucking antisemmetic. at least from what I've seen. don't harass them or anything but im just warning you that they've got issues

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2024/12/31
21:01 UTC

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Mary J. Blige and Kendrick Lamar 41 shots

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2024/12/28
18:16 UTC

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The iconic dinner scene from Blaxploitation classic “Trick Baby” will be 53 years old next year (1972)

This might be a scene from a fictional movie but what they’re saying here is all facts

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2024/12/19
08:29 UTC

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How to start a protest?

Hey !! So I've never organized a protest before, but I really want to, and was hoping I could get some advice, maybe some do's and don't's?

much love !!

2 Comments
2024/12/12
21:22 UTC

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This is a mockery of justice

I'm surprised no one posted it yet.

A NYC vigilante killed a Black person on the subway by choke holding him (a special move they teach in USMC for taking out enemy soldiers) because he "felt threatened" by his behavior.

The judge dismissed the manslaughter charge and yesterday the jury found him not guilty of homicide.

This sends a very dangerous signal to all sorts of vigilantes and white supremacists all around the country that they can kill Black people with impunity. We need to do something. "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere".

11 Comments
2024/12/11
00:07 UTC

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