Elucidate E-Literature

My Hands/ Wishful Thinking

"My Hands/Wishful Thinking" by Mendi and Keith Obadike delves into the experiences of a person who is killed by police for no fault of his own. The narrative begins with a calm tone, as the narrator is convinced that all people are good, and he will always be safe. However, as the story progresses, he begins to fear for his safety.

This new media narrative is told from the perspective of Amadou Diallo, who begins his story trying to believe that racism does not exist, and that he would never face police brutality. However, in February of 1999, he is shot 41 times by New York City policemen who believe that the wallet in Diallo's hand is a gun. 

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