Chapter
Critiquing the White Savior Complex in Activism
25:24 - 34:57 (09:33)
The few privileged people that spoke against evictions in the past often had the ear of the powers that be. Analogies have been drawn between their actions and those of armed men running around in tactical gear trying to intimidate people into obedience, with critiques stating that the white savior complex adopted by some white activists often alienates the Black people the movement is about.
Clips
Several people, including children, were physically assaulted and intimidated in the Red House eviction defense area by a self-appointed security team.
25:24 - 30:51 (05:26)
Summary
Several people, including children, were physically assaulted and intimidated in the Red House eviction defense area by a self-appointed security team. Critics point out the presence of a white savior complex among some participants and the manipulation of facts by the media to portray the family involved in a negative light.
ChapterCritiquing the White Savior Complex in Activism
EpisodeEpisode 10: Uprising: A Guide From Portland: The End of Uprising
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Activists continue to occupy the Red House in Portland amidst negotiations over an eviction, arguing that such actions are unacceptable during a pandemic and that resources should be used to provide housing instead.
30:51 - 34:57 (04:06)
Summary
Activists continue to occupy the Red House in Portland amidst negotiations over an eviction, arguing that such actions are unacceptable during a pandemic and that resources should be used to provide housing instead. The protests highlight ongoing racial tensions in the community.