Ashanti Alston: An Anarchist Panther | PART 2

From The Dugout

In this in-depth conversation with Ashanti Alston — former Black Panther, political prisoner, and life long learner — we explore the radical meaning of life, death, and liberation. Ashanti reflects on the personal and collective sacrifices demanded by struggle, the weight of “social death,” and the spiritual grounding found in honoring ancestors.

Ashanti Alston: An Interview with Anarchist Panther | PART 1

From Substack by Prince Shakur | The Dugout

In this in-depth conversation with revolutionary organizer Ashanti Alston, former member of the Black Panther Party and Black Liberation Army, we trace a life committed to struggle, freedom, and community. From his early experiences during the Civil Rights era and the 1967 Plainfield Rebellion to his radicalization through Black Power and anti-imperialist movements, Ashanti reflects on the lessons, tensions, and commitments that defined a generation of liberation fighters.

Anarchist Infighting

From Debate Me, Bro by mk zariel & Hayden R.

a reader asked how we handle conflict in anarchist spaces. so Hayden R. and i are co-editing a series of guest posts on this topic—specifically your stories. tell us about your messiest affinity group drama, your transformative justice process, who’s cancelling who on Mastodon, how you deal with it when every anarchist you know is upset at each other, and the times when conflicts have been resolved and helped you come back stronger and freer.

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