A Discussion on Forceful Black Resistance with Dr. Kellie Carter Jackson
About this Event
Join us at Baldwin & Co. for a powerful and timely author talk with acclaimed historian Kellie Carter Jackson, as she discusses her groundbreaking new book, We Refuse: A Forceful History of Black Resistance.
Named one of the Best Books of 2024 by Smithsonian, Kirkus, Ms. Magazine, and more, We Refuse is a bold, unflinching examination of how Black people have resisted white supremacy in all its forms—nonviolent and violent, loud and quiet, visible and unseen.
In this eye-opening conversation, Carter Jackson will explore:
- Why the binary between MLK’s nonviolence and Malcolm X’s militancy is incomplete
- How Black women have been at the forefront of revolutionary resistance
- Why “Black violence” is often mischaracterized while state violence is normalized
- How everyday acts of joy, refusal, and resilience have always been forms of resistance
Whether you’re a student of history, an activist, an educator, or simply someone seeking to deepen your understanding of liberation movements, this evening will challenge assumptions, expand perspectives, and inspire action.
🔥 This is not just a talk—it’s a call to community. Come ready to listen, engage, and reflect on the legacies and possibilities of Black resistance in America and beyond.
✨ Books will be available for purchase and signing.
🎟️ Free and open to the public. Seating is limited—RSVP now to reserve your spot!
About the Author:
Dr. Kellie Carter Jackson is an esteemed historian, professor, and public intellectual whose work reframes how we understand power, protest, and freedom. Her writing has appeared in The Atlantic, The New York Times, and The Washington Post, and she regularly appears on NPR, MSNBC, and podcasts across the country.
We refuse to let this moment pass without deep conversation.
We refuse to accept incomplete histories.
We refuse to be silent.
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| Ticket Information | Ticket Price |
|---|---|
| General Admission Only | Free |
| General Admission + Book/Photo Op/Meet and Greet | USD 40 |
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