power hungry: women of the black panther party

power hungry: women of the black panther party: the black panthers are often credited with forcing the government’s hand on free school meals, thanks to how effectively they used food as a tool for organizing and empowerment. this powerful history centers two women—cleo silvers and aylene quin—who led that charge. despite fbi interference, including firebombing, food sabotage, and labeling free breakfast as a threat to public safety, these women pushed forward, using community meals to build solidarity and resistance. a sharp and necessary look at how food became a battleground for justice. (this book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)