How Black Lives Matter Can Really Matter

Disorganization, Man

The movement has certainly gained attention. But its decentralized structure means it runs the risk of going the way of Occupy Wall Street.

Published Aug. 12 2015 1:00AM EDT

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Ferguson is the raw, visceral, unsavory face of pure racial emotion and despair pouring into the streets. It is unpredictable, it can be frightening, but above all else it is essential.

Barrett Holmes Pitner

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How Black Lives Matter Can Really Matter

The movement has certainly gained attention. But its decentralized structure means it runs the risk of going the way of Occupy Wall Street.

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Barrett Holmes Pitner