Justin Hansford
Law professor and director of the Thurgood Marshall Civil Rights Center at Howard University, offering expert commentary on the 'outside agitator' narrative.
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May 6, 2024 • 13min
What's behind the 'outside agitator' narrative
Justin Hansford, a law professor and director of the Thurgood Marshall Civil Rights Center at Howard University, explores the powerful implications of the term 'outside agitator.' He discusses its historical usage, detailing how it's been weaponized against protestors from the Civil Rights Movement to contemporary demonstrations. Hansford highlights how this label undermines marginalized voices while justifying oppressive measures, urging a nuanced understanding of dissent in civil discourse.
