Mutual Aid, Charity, and Philanthropy -- Which is Which? Part 1 -

Mutual Aid, Charity, and Philanthropy -- Which is Which? Part 1

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This week, Theo holds a round table discussion with some of LA's most prominent activists to examine the history of mutual aid, and how it stands in stark contrast to the concepts of charity and philanthropy. Melissa Acedera, Zen Sekizawa, and Neil Blakemore weigh in for part one of a comprehensive look at what activists in LA are doing to start a revolution. Follow Melissa: https://www.polospantry.org/ and https://www.melissaacedera.com/ Follow Zen: jtownaction.com Follow Neil: https://neilblakemore.substack.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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