We have to distinguish between riots and revolts.... Riots are illegal. A revolt is legitimate because it is what people must do to express self-defense, self-determination, and self-direction. (Maulana Karenga)

We have to distinguish between riots and revolts.... Riots are illegal. A revolt is legitimate because it is what people must do to express self-defense, self-determination, and self-direction.

Maulana Karenga

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