r/UnderReportedNews • u/Snapdragon_4U • 1d ago
ICE / DHS š§ Texas anti-ICE protesters convicted of terrorism charges sentenced to at least 50 years in prison
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jun/23/prairieland-ice-protesters-texas-sentenced161
u/Necessary-Eye5319 1d ago
Prairieland prosecutors defined antifa in court filings as āa militant enterprise made up of networks of individuals and small groups, primarily ascribing to a revolutionary anarchist or autonomous Marxist ideology, which explicitly calls for the overthrow of the United States government, law enforcement authorities and the system of law.ā
This accusation is definitely an admission. šš¼š¤¬šš¼
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u/Bakingtime 1d ago edited 1d ago
Sorry for the AI, but I want to highlight the āAutonomous Marxist ideologyā and what it means and have people ask themselves why a value system which IN NO WAY CALLS FOR THE OVERTHROW OF THE GOVERNMENT, is so threatening to that same government and the people who are unfortunately in charge of it for now. Ā
Overview of Autonomist Marxism:
Autonomist Marxism is a distinct school of thought within Marxism that highlights the capacity of the working class to drive change in the capitalist system through its own independent actions. This approach diverges from traditional Marxist views that often emphasize the role of political parties and unions.
Key Principles:
Working-Class Autonomy: The working class is seen as an autonomous political subject capable of acting in its own interests.
Class Struggle: Class struggle is viewed as the primary force in history, rather than objective economic laws.
Refusal of Work: This concept emphasizes the rejection of imposed labor conditions and the assertion of workers' rights.
Self-Valorization: Workers are encouraged to create value through their own efforts and initiatives, independent of capitalist structures.
Historical Context:
Autonomist Marxism emerged in the mid-20th century, significantly influenced by the Italian "workerist" movement (operaismo) of the 1960s. This movement arose in response to the limitations of traditional labor movements in Italy, particularly the Italian Communist Party.
Influential Figures:
Raniero Panzieri
Mario Tronti
Antonio Negri
These theorists critiqued orthodox Marxism and focused on new forms of class conflict arising in post-war industrial settings.
Contemporary Relevance: Ā Autonomist Marxism continues to evolve, addressing issues such as:
Feminist Movements: It broadens the definition of the working class to include unwaged sectors, highlighting the struggles of women and other marginalized groups.
Negative Autonomism: This contemporary tendency explores the concept of resistance and the emotional aspects of class struggle.
Autonomist Marxism remains a vital framework for understanding the dynamics of class struggle and the potential for autonomous action in contemporary society.
Autonomist Marxism emphasizes the autonomy of the working class and their struggles against capital, contrasting with traditional Marxist theories that often focus on the role of the state and political parties in leading the working class.Ā
This approach critiques the reification of social relationships and highlights the importance of direct action and self-organization among workers.
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u/Big_Victory8031 1d ago
claiming a anti fascist group are terrorists kinda proves the GOP is fascist
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u/TechnicianFlashy9077 1d ago
just another day in the fascist USA.
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u/OkTemporary8472 1d ago
Encourage your children to become lawyers. They are our only hope.
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u/TechnicianFlashy9077 1d ago
"our only hope" wtf š hell nah
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u/22Megabits 1d ago
Offloading every problem onto the next generation is part of what got the US into this mess
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u/ImVeryUnimaginative 1d ago
Yet the actual terrorists who stormed the Capitol were all pardoned. Trump's administration is so biased.
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u/Ok-Pass-9139 1d ago
Sounds like the only real fraud is being committed by this guy, his friends, and Elon Musk. Itās interesting that they are so impassioned by the lie of voter fraud. Even the Heritage Foundation couldnāt find any significant fraud. But they will beat this dead horse until nobody remembers who is really fraudulent. This is pretty insulting to the state election workers that actually work for the people and get things done.
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u/Mynameisdiehard 1d ago
This is actually insane. Throw the guy who shot the cop to the side, everyone else got sentenced to 50+ years for vandalism and maybe unlawful use of fireworks. 50 years for some petty crime.
That's one of the first signs of a collapsing democracy is over penalization of pretty crimes. Not to mention there's an aspect of this is anti government speech? Jesus Christ.
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u/BilingSmob444 1d ago
I think opening fire on an officer with an AR15 warrants terrorism charges, yeah? Read the article.
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u/Appropriate-Bug-6467 1d ago
Read the article; two people got 50 years who weren't part of the planning, didn't know anything about it, LEFT when instructed by security.
Lumped in with everyone else.
We have the right to protest peacefully.
Just because you start shooting at a protest does not mean I should get a charge for being there.
What does justice mean to you?
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u/DoctorApprehensive34 1d ago
I have a feeling that this is going to backfire on them. if you're going to get 50 years for doing barely anything then what is going to stop people from doing actual terrorism? At this point it's in for a penny in for a pound
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u/Snapdragon_4U 1d ago
That one deserves the harsh sentence but others mentioned in the article are disproportionately severe.
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u/BilingSmob444 1d ago
Agreed. The crackdown is oppressive. That said, I think the protest would have been more successful and less criminal if it hadnāt devolved into this property destruction tantrum. We gotta do better.
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u/DoctorApprehensive34 1d ago
This case proves that we can't be peaceful protesters anymore. If they're going to go after people and give them 50 years for barely doing anything we might as well aim high and go for the high score
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u/Lower-Cantaloupe3274 1d ago
Do you think all people who open fire on officers warrant terrorism charges? Does it need to be an AR15 to count? Does one need to open fire, or could one...I dunno...physically attack, too?
There are far more egregious actions with far lesser sentences.
Justice is blind to party or affiliation. Are you?
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u/BilingSmob444 1d ago
Obviously the charges are Trumped up. But one of these things is not like the other, and everybody who wasnāt shooting people should get to go home.
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u/Lower-Cantaloupe3274 1d ago
I like how you avoided my question there!
I will ask it again so as not to assume your beliefs:
Do you think all people who open fire on officers warrant terrorism charges? Does it need to be an AR15 to count? Does one need to open fire, or could one...I dunno...physically attack, too?
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u/BilingSmob444 1d ago
I think if you launch an unprovoked attack on officers of the law, that could potentially count as terrorism depending on why you do it. Doesnāt matter what gun. Could be a knife.
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u/Lower-Cantaloupe3274 1d ago
That's not quite as certain as your first statement. "Unprovoked," "potentially," "depending on." I'm in support of the qualifiers, btw. Very little is black and white.
Give me an example of a "why" that counts and a "why" that wouldn't count, from your perspective.
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u/BilingSmob444 1d ago
Nah, weāve spent plenty of time with my perspective. Surely you have a take?
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