“Radical Impermanence”: Riverine Environments in the Politics and History of the U.S. South

Key Points

• The study aims to explore how riverine environments shape political and historical context in the southern United States.
• Analyzed historical events related to riverine regions in the U.S. South
• Examined the role of the Alabama River in local policies and justice initiatives
• Investigated the interplay between environment and social justice movements
• Identified significant connections between riverine landscapes and political decisions
• Highlighted the impact of river dynamics on historical narratives
• Showed how the Equal Justice Initiative utilizes these environments for community engagement