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The Bullet or The Bullet
Killer Cops Make Cop Killers
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pg 2: The Bullet or The Bullet.
pg 6: (Originally Untitled)- [editors note] Some information on
how to deal with The Police- much of this content is very specific to the
United States, however some may still be useful in other contexts and the
decision was made not to edit the original text or to remove this section.
l'he Bullet or The Bulle
Cops Make Cop
We've voted. We've marched. We've trusted in the System. Joke's
on us. Ifs all fun and games 'il somebody gets hurt...
We are witnessing, in real time, the very tangible effects of
white privilege and racism in America. As instances of
brutality against people of color increase and go unpunished
with alarming frequency, it's necessary that we adjust
accordingly to the harsh realization that the System is
inherently unjust, and that black lives really don't matter to
many.
To all who have gone too soon, rest in peace. Let's get that
stated out of the gate and for the record, since many of the
conversations surrounding these tragedies often only reflect
concerns about the pigs that kill us. The sad fact is that
although we honor and remember the victims, we also need
to examine the larger ongoing issues of police brutality and
unchecked white rage in America during the era of Obama.
As hashtagtivists jockey for something profound to say on
twitter and the diseased racists on the Right fall over
themselves to defend pigs and declare us savages (Hello
Giuliani, Coulter and Nugent), we have to look at the facts.
And the facts are that America has been desensitized to
black death for far too long -- so much so that the knee-
jerk response of many to our collective outrage is to
question why we supposedly aren't as concerned with the
problem of black on black crime. But know that we are
concerned, and every community has problems. What we
don't need is the police adding to ours.
Mike Brown, Oscar Grant, Eric Garner, Kenneth Harding,
Rekia Boyd, Sean Bell -- pick any name -- the common
denominator is that they all died at the hands of law
enforcement unnecessarily. And there's no end in sight. By
now it should be apparent to even the casual observer that
there is a problem, and that problem is based in systematic
racism and white supremacy. It's institutionalized, and it's
reenforced through negative stereotypes of often corporate-
endorsed media images of black-on-black violence,
glorification of drug culture and the degradation of our
women -- to the point where, to many, we look like
animals. No wonder the police are empowered to terrorize
us without consequence.
Weve often seen the efforts by the media to create
sympathy for those who get caught beating and killing us
by portraying the victims as thugs and the perpetrators as
heroes. But we're not all thugs, and all cops aren't heroes.
The blanket assignment of that term insults those who
actually are heroic by placing them alongside cops who
shoot unarmed kids.
But fighting this perception is hard. Its especially hard in
an era where the 1-2 punch of state-sponsored
news/propaganda and the lull of mindless entertainment
keeps the public serenaded and sedated into passive
acceptance of the status quo. I reject that. And many others
do too. So whats the proposed solution?
Armed resistance against unwarranted aggression.
Its the elephant in the room and needs to be seriously
considered by those of us who value our lives and the lives
of our loved ones. Malcolm X said that self-defense is
common sense, and that's a credo we should all stand by.
Can't take cops to court? How about court in the streets?
We're dying anyway. And Ive said it a thousand times --
the only language America speaks and understands is
violence -- especially as it relates to people of color and
those on the lower rungs of the socioeconomic ladder.
Maybe we should talk.
I know some will criticize this stance as reckless and
irresponsible, but guess what? Allowing unchecked
aggression to remain unchecked s reckless and
irresponsible. They'll say this message is crass and
controversial, and that we can't win -- and that's fine. We
don't need to win, we need to be felt. The only time
mainstream America ever pays attention is when we assert
ourselves the way she does. Police brutality and its
increased militarization is crass and controversial, too.
Maybe police will understand that there are real life
consequences to their actions if there are real life
consequences to their actions...
People who feel as I do have been told for some time now
that our views are extremist because we firmly believe in
meeting force with force, and that an eye for an eye is the
only real justice in these matters. Are we wrong? You'd be
a fool to think so now, after bigoted white America adds
yet another dead nigga notch to its kill belt. Weve been
told that the System works, to be patient, that we live in a
"post-racial” America, that Obama cares but that hes the
President "of all of America and not just Black America" (as
his administration's bombs drop on countries where people
of color live), and that change is a comin'. But when?
It would have sent a powerful message to have seen
charges filed against Darren Wilson and Eric Garner's
killers. We wouldve been all for that, with the proper
application of due process of law. But we were denied that
satisfaction again, just as we've been denied countless other
times in similar situations. We simply don't live in a society
that's set up to respect black life - and especially if it's not
the black life of a celebrity or athlete.
So DIE SLOW with that bootlickin' pacifist apologist
bullshit. Fuck your permit for a protest. In fact, fuck your
protest altogether, since it no longer seems to do much but
make us engage police on their terms. That's been the
problem for a while now -- actions we take have rarely
been on our terms, and arguments and discussions
surrounding current events that affect us are usually framed
in media and on platforms we don't control. We're
constantly told how to act, how to show our collective
outrage, and urged to remain calm. We march and shout,
tweet and blog, and gab on cable news -- all to no effect
- as people of color continue to be murdered by police
and cop wannabes seemingly at will.
Maybe we can write our congressman.
Maybe Obama will sing Al Green for us.
Or maybe we can snipe guilty pigs at random and get paid
administrative leave from our jobs too, while yall "sort it
out."
Jus' sayin'.
[EDITORS NOTE] The following section of the text, is a series of
information and advice about how to deal with The Police in different actions,
especially focusing on 'Stop and Search' and Arrest Situations. This Content is
very specific to the U.S context and may well not be relevant to you or your
locality. The decision was made to keep this section, both to preserve the
text in its original form, and further since some of the practices may be
applicable /useful in other contexts.
Of course, the best course of action for most of us is to
minimize situations that actually call for us to have
interaction with the police at all. But if you are ever in a
situation that calls for dealing with law enforcement, it is
best to know your rights when engaging with police, as
well as some common sense solutions:
The following is meant to give a brief overview of law
enforcement and how to protect yourself from unnecessary
legal entanglements. Of course, many do adhere to these
principles - which is why we are outraged - but its still
good info to pass on. Besides, if it's on, it's on...so here's a
brief rundown of things everyone should be aware of:
This government's system of laws exists to maintain the
dominance of those in power, and the police are its armed
enforcers. If you doubt this for a minute, look at who are
the selective targets of local laws: The homeless, the young,
the poor, dissenters. Globally, look at who dies and who
gets rich from our wars and other disasters.
For 250 years in this country, the government and their
enforcers have consistently fought against people working
for liberation: Indigenous resistance, land reformers, slave
revolts, abolitionists, labor organizers & workers, free-
speech advocates, women's and civil rights workers, anti-
war and anti-globalization protesters, and recently, animal
rights and environmental activists.
Your relationship with the police is at heart adversarial.
While there may be cops with hearts of gold, the job of all
police is to arrest and prosecute you. As such, it is almost
never in your best interest to cooperate with them.
Keeping yourself safe and resisting the police state comes
down to these simple principles:
1) Non-cooperation: 1f you talk with the police, you could
unintentionally hurt yourself, your friends, or others.
2) Do not consent fo searches: Never give law enforcement the
okay to examine your pockets, car, backpack, or home.
3) Remain silent: Say nothing except "I'm going to remain
silent, and I would like to see a lawyer."
) Talk to a lawyer: Never take advice from the police, they
may try to trick and mislead you.
5) Use trust and infuition: Work only with people with whom
you have a history of trust. Without being paranoid, trust
your intuition.
RIGHTS DURING A POLICE ENCOUNTER
In a police encounter these rules will help protect your civil
rights and improve your chances of driving or walking away
safely. From here on out, we are talking about your legal
“rights" guaranteed by law. Though in our view, what you
can do and what you can do legally are two different
things. All of these rights also apply to minors and non-
citizens.
KEEP PRIVATE ITEMS OUT OF VIEW
This is common sense: Always keep any private items that
you don't want others to see out of sight. Legally speaking,
police do not need a search warrant in order to confiscate
any illegal items that are in plain view.
STAY COOL & POLITELY ASSERTIVE
Police are well armed and often unpredictable, so remaining
cool and calm will keep you safe. Treat them with the
caution you would treat a dangerous, wild animal.
Be polite and yet assertive to ensure that your rights aren't
trampled on. Some officers may come on heavy if you are
not absolutely submissive, but standing up for your rights
will keep you safe in the long run, in court when it really
‘matters.
DETERMINE IF YOU CAN LEAVE
You don't have to talk to the police. As soon as an officer
approaches you, ask the officer, "Am 1 free to go?" If you
get an answer other than a definitive "No," gather your
stuff and leave without another word.
You have the right to end an encounter with a police
officer unless you are being detained or arrested. Don't
waste time trying to determine your status. Test if you are
free to go, and then go. If you aren' free to go, the officer
will make it perfectly clear.
USE THE MAGIC WORDS
If you are detained or arrested, use the magic words:
"I'm going to remain silent. I would like to see a lawyer."
Do not talk to police. Wait to talk to a lawyer representing
you. Even casual small talk can come back to haunt you.
Anything you say can, and will, be used against you.
Cops have numerous tricks to get you to talk. They can
and do use fear, solitude, isolation, lies, advice, playing
you against others, and even kindness to get you to
cooperate. Don't be fooled. If you need to say anything,
repeat the magic words.
Keep in mind the credo: If no one talks, everyone walks.
Regardless of what you are told by an investigating officer,
you have nothing to gain by talking to the police...and
everything to lose.
REFUSE TO CONSENT TO SEARCHES
Officers seeking evidence will often try to get you to allow
them to search your belongings, your car, or your home.
Refuse to consent to a search, with the phrase:
"I do not consent to a search."
Usually, a search request will come in the form of an
ambiguous statement, such as, "I'm going to ask you to
empty your pockets." Answer such requests unambiguously.
Repeat as many times as necessary.
You are under no obligation to allow a search. The only
reason an officer asks your permission is because he doesn't
have enough evidence to search without your consent.
Police officers are not required to inform you of your rights
before asking you to consent to a search. If the officer
searches you in spite of your objection, do not resist. Your
attorney can argue that any evidence found during the
search was discovered through an illegal search and should
be thrown out of court.
DO NOT TRY TO BARGAIN
Police officers will often tell you that your cooperation will
make things easier for you, and many people hope to be let
off easy if they are honest and direct with the police. The
only thing it makes easier is the officer's job. Do not let the
threat of arrest scare you into admitting guilt. Better to
spend a night in jail, than years in prison. Ask to speak
with a lawyer, and remain silent.
WHERE TO GO FOR MORE HELP
If you feel your rights are being violated, hold tight until
you can talk to a lawyer. If you don't have your own
lawyer the court will appoint the public defender to defend
you. For more information about your rights, law
education, and what to do if your rights were violated,
check out:
ACLU of Northern California
www.aclunc.org
415-621-2493
National Lawyers Guild
www.nlg.org
415-285-5067
There may also be legal help in your community that will
specifically help you if you are a senior, low-income,
homeless, or an non-citizen. Ask around in your
community.
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"I reject that. And many
others do foo. So what's the
proposed solution?
Armed resistance against
unwarranted aggression.
If's the elephant in the room
and needs to be seriously sly
considered by those of us
who value our lives and the
lives of our loved ones.
Malcolm X said that self-
defense is common sense,
and that's a credo we should
all stand by. Can't take cops
to court? How about court in
the streets? We're dying
anyway. And Ive said it a
thousand times -- the only
language America speaks
understands is violence
-- especially as it relates to
people of color and those on
the lower rungs of the
socioeconomic ladder.
Maybe we should talk. "