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Where did Assata Shakur first become involved in political activism?

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  • Borough of Manhattan Community College

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Assata Shakur, formerly known as Joanne Chesimard, first became involved in political activism while attending Borough of Manhattan Community College in New York City. During her time there, she joined the Black Panther Party, a revolutionary organization that advocated for black liberation and self-defense against police brutality. Shakur's involvement in the movement shaped her political ideology and led to her lifelong commitment to fighting for social justice and black liberation.
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