An Abolitionist's Handbook: 12 Steps to Changing Yourself and the World | 
pickAfter 2 years of sitting my shelf I finally took the time to dive into this book. One fascinating tidbit was that the FBI had/has a case file of about 2,000 pages on James Baldwin. The book is a guide of incorporating more abolitionist ideas & practices into working towards changing existing systems. Building a stronger community allows you to start to tear down old systems. She highlights disability & transformative justice initiatives.
ncsufoxes “When we are in the forgiveness driver‘s seat, we begin to see that through forgiveness we are allowed to forge new roads that are paved with compassion, decisiveness, & love. Forgiveness is not about cowardice or catering to our oppressors. An abolitionist‘s forgiveness identifies a move away from holding onto the toxicity of sorrow & victimhood. Abolitionist forgiveness becomes a pillar & tool we can use to create the healing conditions for our 3w
ncsufoxes loved ones, as well as make demands for accountability for harm we have experienced.” 3w
