A reminder from London that Cameron, The BBC, and bourgeois liberals don’t get to define community and ethical community practice.
“This was not kids. This was youths and adults coming together against the crap that’s been going on since the coalition,” [Jackie] said, referring to Britain’s conservative-led government, which has made deep austerity cuts since coming into power last year to tackle a big budget deficit.
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“I was out in the riots. My 16-year-old daughter was calling me asking where I was,” she said, chuckling.
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Politicians have given several interviews since the riots began, blaming the rioters for wrecking their own communities.
Some in Hackney do not see it that way.
“It’s like the old days. It’s bringing the community spirit back. Even though it’s a sad way to do it, it’s bringing the community together,” Ariom said.
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“I loved Hackney during the riot. I loved every minute of it. It was great to see the people coming together to show the authorities that they cannot just come out here bullying.”
