Conditions must be created for US withdrawal – Afghan leader Abdullah Abdullah (E809)
On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Abdullah Abdullah, a presidential candidate who has claimed victory in Afghanistan’s elections, about his meeting with a group of bipartisan representatives led by Nancy Pelosi, the conditions needed in Afghanistan for a full US withdrawal, his thoughts on NATO forces in the country, the West’s previous support for the Taliban, and more!
Next, we speak to Leila Howe, the former editor of Race Today, about her new book ‘Here To Stay, Here to Fight.’ She also discusses racist and sexist abuse against Dianne Abbott, FBI infiltration of Black Panther-inspired groups, and the difference between the activism of previous generations and the activism of the current generation. Finally, Benjamin Zephaniah plays us out with his song ‘Revolutionary Minds’.
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READMORE: Statement from the Metropolitan Police:
In the last 20 years, the Met has undergone significant and positive change, to improve the service it provides to Londoners.
The McPherson report has helped to establish a culture where the Met is expected to meet the high standards that both the public, and the organisation, demand and where continuous learning is not only encouraged, but also expected.
The Commissioner has been instrumental in personally improving the response to racist crime in London and enhancing the service we give to London's black community. She has very clearly stated she will not tolerate racism within the Met.
Met Commissioner Cressida Dick said:
“The murder of Stephen Lawrence has defined my generation of policing. There has not been another case that has shaped my own approach to policing the way this one has.”
“Now, as we approach the 20th anniversary of the publication of the Stephen Lawrence Inquiry report – a report that was a huge catalyst for change and reflection – we must consider just how far the Met has come since 1999.”
“If it wasn’t for Stephen’s parents’ dignity, passion and tireless drive to make sure the recommendations made in the report were, and continue to be implemented, we wouldn’t have seen the change and improvements we have in London, society and policing across the country.”
“Society must not stand still however, there is more to do to build further on Stephen’s legacy.”
The ways in which we investigate crimes, engage with the communities and how we support the families of the victims of crime are just some of the areas that have been overhauled.”