Chapter
The Racist Roots of the U.S. Border Patrol
03:24 - 08:51 (05:27)
The history of border patrol reveals a long tradition of racist violence and intolerance towards marginalized groups. Early border patrol strategies included violence towards indigenous groups, chasing down runaway slaves seeking freedom, and settling scores with anyone challenging the Anglo-American project in Texas.
Clips
Kelly Hernandez discusses the history of the U.S. Border Patrol, including their battles for dominance in the region, their involvement in labor disputes with Texas Mexicans, and the less talked about aspects of the Texas Revolution.
03:24 - 04:55 (01:31)
Summary
Kelly Hernandez discusses the history of the U.S. Border Patrol, including their battles for dominance in the region, their involvement in labor disputes with Texas Mexicans, and the less talked about aspects of the Texas Revolution.
ChapterThe Racist Roots of the U.S. Border Patrol
EpisodePart One: The Complete, Insane History of American Border Militias
PodcastBehind the Bastards
An Intercept article sheds light on the use of violence as a key strategy for early border patrol.
04:55 - 08:51 (03:55)
Summary
An Intercept article sheds light on the use of violence as a key strategy for early border patrol. Racists in Texas lobbied the government to not restrict Mexicans from coming in, only to torture them upon arrival.