My Execution Might Be Televised is a zine inspired by contemporary rap music reflecting on police brutality in America. The zine features images from a Black Lives Matter march in New York City. This zine comes to grips with the depersonalization of anti-Black racism prevalent in the United States.
“The protest in focus was a peaceful demonstration. However, as a Black photographer documenting a Black movement, I have the necessary responsibility to ensure the safety of protesters since law enforcement and even our President has no interest in protecting us.
The faces of protesters in the following photos are hidden to protect their identities from violent agents of White supremacy. They have already expressed their desire and capability to intimidate, harm, and even kill anyone who believes that Black Lives Matter.
This is a grim reminder of how Black people in America live under a constant threat of violence. If Black lives truly mattered in this country, I wouldn’t have to do any of this. I wouldn’t have to make the distinction that this protest was a nonviolent demonstration. I wouldn’t have to take lengths to protect the identities of people whose anger and frustration deserve to be seen. There would be no need for a global uprising of people who are sick and tired of being sick and tired.
But unfortunately, this is our reality. ” - Drew Brown
