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Joshua Bloom is an Associate Professor in Sociology at the University of Pittsburgh, affiliated with the Dietrich School of Arts & Sciences. He directs the Social Movements Lab and the Center for Emancipatory Research. Bloom’s research focuses on social movements, race, labor, and insurgent practices, particularly examining dynamics of resistance and social transformation. His work bridges historical analysis and contemporary activism, addressing issues like police violence, racial inequality, and civil rights struggles.
Education:
- PhD in Sociology, University of California Los Angeles (2014)
- BA in Sociology, University of California Berkeley (1999)
Research Interests:
- Black liberation movements
- Police legitimacy and racial justice
- Historical sociology of social movements
- Community organizing and advocacy
Key Contributions:
- Author of Black Against Empire (winner of the American Book Award)
- Leading scholar on the Black Panther Party and Ferguson rebellion
- Pioneer in analyzing the role of repression and opportunity in social movements
Awards:
- American Book Award (2016) for Black against Empire
Labs & Initiatives:
- Director of the Social Movements Lab
- Founder of the Center for Emancipatory Research
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