Today in St. Louis. I seriously thought this was old footage, can’t believe this is happening right now!
What does it mean when the State goes to such lengths to avoid upholding even a facade of accountability? They’re afraid. Because it’s not just the cops, not just the courts, this runs to the heart of the USA, of America. From settler colonialism, to white supremacy, to capitalism, the Police exist to uphold these processes which are ongoing, under the guise of “Law and Order”. They’re scared that they can be stopped. They’re scared we can stop them.
Let’s prove them right
Nauseating.
(an elderly woman falls to the ground as police advance on her. a young man attempts to cushion her fall and is kicked, struck and pepper sprayed by police. police form a line obstructing protesters and civilians before pulling the elderly woman to her feet and handcuffing her)