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world-news1 year ago•4 min saved

"The Symbol of Palestinians: Unveiling Handala and Naji al-Ali"

Handala, a character created by Palestinian cartoonist Naji al-Ali, symbolizes the Palestinian struggle and resistance to occupation, remaining relevant amid the Israel-Hamas war. Handala, forever 10 years old, represents insurgency, refusal, and struggle, with his back turned to the world as a rejection of foreign-imposed solutions. Naji al-Ali, a pan-Arab nationalist, created over 40,000 cartoons and was critical of both Israeli and Arab governments before being killed in 1987. Handala's image is popular in street art and graffiti, serving as a symbol of dispossession and resistance for Palestinians and ordinary Arabs.

via NPR|

#handala #israel-hamas-war #naji-al-ali

culture2 years ago•6 min saved

"The Unexpected Power of a Simple White Folding Chair"

The white folding chair that was used as a weapon during a brawl in Alabama has become a symbol of resistance against perceived racial aggression. The incident, which involved a group of white boaters attacking a Black riverboat captain, sparked viral videos and memes, leading to the creation of merchandise featuring the folding chair. The chair has been turned into earrings, necklaces, T-shirts, and more, with some sellers making significant profits. For many, the chair represents Black unity and a collective sigh of relief that the incident didn't escalate further. The chair's significance lies in its connection to the location of the brawl, which occurred at a dock where enslaved Africans were once sold. The chair's unexpected role in the altercation has allowed people to find humor in its symbolism while recognizing its vital role in the events.

via The New York Times|

#black-unity #culture #folding-chair