Black August: Revolutionary Hip Hop Commemoration

*ALL AGES EVENT* Black August originated in the California penal system to honor fallen Freedom Fighters Jonathan Jackson, George Jackson, William Christmas, James McClain and Khatari Gaulden. Jonathan Jackson was gunned down outside the Marin County California courthouse on August 7, 1970 as he attempted to liberate three imprisoned Black Liberation Fighters: James McClain, William Christmas and Ruchell Magee. Ruchell Magee is the sole survivor of that armed liberation attempt, and is the former co-defendant of Angela Davis. He has been locked down for 38 years, most of it in solitary confinement. George Jackson was assassinated by prison guards during a Black prison rebellion at San Quentin on August 21, 1971. Three prison guards were also killed during that rebellion and prison officials charged six Black and Latino prisoners with their deaths. These brothers became known as the San Quentin Six. Traditionally, Black August is a time to study history, particularly our history in the North American Empire. The first Afrikans were brought to Jamestown as slaves in August of 1619, so August is a month during which Blacks/New Afrikans can reflect on our current situation and our self-determining rights as well as incorporating this universal struggle for freeedom and solidarity. Please join us in honoring the San Quentin Six and other Martyrs who put their bodies on the line to ensure that the revolution would not be watered down or dismissed. With insane elements of Hip Hop the night will be filled with nothing but revolutionary talk amongst ear pleasing artists who are more than ready to ignite your soul! *There is a $5-$10 suggested donation with 50% of proceeds to the Party for Socialism and Liberation and 50% to the artists performing. #BlackAugust #BlackAugustABQ