On Saturday evening, a massive brawl broke out on a dock at Riverfront Park in Montgomery, Alabama, involving dozens of people. The fight was captured on video and shared widely on social media, sparking outrage and debate over the racial and social implications of the incident. The fight reportedly started when a group of white boaters refused to move their pontoon boat from a spot where a riverboat was trying to dock. A Black dock worker, who was doing his job, approached the boaters and asked them to move their boat. He was then attacked by a shirtless white man, who punched him in the face without provocation. Two other white men joined in and assaulted the dock worker, while a white woman also intervened. The dock worker fought back and was soon joined by other people who came to his defense. The fight escalated into a chaotic melee, with people throwing punches, pulling hair, wielding chairs, and tossing others into the water. Several people were injured and some were arrested by the police. The videos of the fight have gone viral on X (formerly known as Twitter), with many users expressing their anger and disgust at the behavior of the

white boaters. Some have called the incident a hate crime and demanded justice for the dock worker. Others have pointed out the racial and class disparities that may have contributed to the conflict. The mayor of Montgomery, Steven L. Reed, issued a statement condemning the violence and promising that justice will be served. He said that the police acted swiftly to detain several reckless individuals for attacking a man who was doing his job. He also said that those who choose violent actions will be held accountable by the criminal justice system. The Alabama boat fight is not an isolated incident, but a reflection of the deep-rooted tensions and divisions that exist in our society. It shows how racism, privilege, and entitlement can lead to senseless violence and harm. It also shows how courage, solidarity, and resistance can challenge injustice and oppression. We need to have honest conversations about the root causes of such incidents and how we can prevent them from happening again. We need to listen to the voices of those who are marginalized and oppressed and support their struggles for dignity and equality. We need to work together to create a more peaceful and inclusive society for everyone.