Reply #27: Newton was shot to death in 1989 [View All]

so California's gun control laws came too late to help him in any way....

Meanwhile, here's Bobby Seale...

"Q: When it formed, the Black Panther Party advocated armed self-defense. At the time, it was legal to carry unconcealed firearms, and Panthers used this tactic as they became community watchdogs, being especially alert to police harassment and brutality. Situations did flare and situations turned violent. How do you think black citizens should monitor police actions today?

A: I suggest communities form personalized video camps. With the proliferation of personal videos, people in the community who see police brutality can use the camera to document it. You don't need a gun. "

http://www.abqtrib.com/shns/story.cfm?pk=BLACKPANTHERS-02-08-04&cat=HR