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Thursday, October 29, 2009
ColorLines Magazine book review: Other: An Asian & Pacific Islander Prisoners' Anthology SHARE
Other contributes significantly to both prison-abolitionist and ethnic-studies literature, each of which has badly neglected this issue. In the preface, journalist Helen Zia argues that the resulting invisibility of API prisoners extends to the “mainstream media and ethnic media alike,†where they essentially “do not exist.â€
ColorLines Magazine book review: Other: An Asian & Pacific Islander Prisoners' Anthology SHARE
Other contributes significantly to both prison-abolitionist and ethnic-studies literature, each of which has badly neglected this issue. In the preface, journalist Helen Zia argues that the resulting invisibility of API prisoners extends to the “mainstream media and ethnic media alike,†where they essentially “do not exist.â€
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Jamie & Gladys Scott: Nothing New About American Torture SHARE
But since 1993, in Mississippi, two sisters, Jamie and Gladys Scott, sit awaiting an investigation, awaiting accountability by the same justice apparatus that sentenced them to double life each for a crime they did not commit. The sisters had no prior convictions. They are waiting to hear from the new administration's Attorney General, Eric Holder.
Jamie & Gladys Scott: Nothing New About American Torture SHARE
But since 1993, in Mississippi, two sisters, Jamie and Gladys Scott, sit awaiting an investigation, awaiting accountability by the same justice apparatus that sentenced them to double life each for a crime they did not commit. The sisters had no prior convictions. They are waiting to hear from the new administration's Attorney General, Eric Holder.
Friday, April 17, 2009
Amy Goodman interviews Mumia Abu-Jamal: "Without Struggle, There Is Nothing" SHARE
DN! speaks with author, journalist and death row prisoner, Mumia Abu-Jamal. Speaking from his Pennsylvania jail cell, Abu-Jamal calls the recent Supreme Court decision to deny his appeal to overturn his conviction "Kafkaesque." He goes on to say, "The fight goes on...without struggle, there is no progress...without struggle, there's nothing." Abu-Jamal's new book is Jailhouse Lawyers: Prisoners Defending Prisoners v. the USA.
Amy Goodman interviews Mumia Abu-Jamal: "Without Struggle, There Is Nothing" SHARE
DN! speaks with author, journalist and death row prisoner, Mumia Abu-Jamal. Speaking from his Pennsylvania jail cell, Abu-Jamal calls the recent Supreme Court decision to deny his appeal to overturn his conviction "Kafkaesque." He goes on to say, "The fight goes on...without struggle, there is no progress...without struggle, there's nothing." Abu-Jamal's new book is Jailhouse Lawyers: Prisoners Defending Prisoners v. the USA.
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Sunday, April 12, 2009
No Justice No BART Takes Over BART Board Meeting to Press Demands SHARE
OAKLAND: On April 9, No Justice No BART assumed control of the agenda for the BART Board meeting, which previously had been set to cover the raising of BART fares and the reducing of train service later this year. Demonstrators took turns voicing their objections to the lack of accountability and the apparent cover-up attempts at BART regarding the murder of Oscar Grant. BART's many failures were recounted, including the...
No Justice No BART Takes Over BART Board Meeting to Press Demands SHARE
OAKLAND: On April 9, No Justice No BART assumed control of the agenda for the BART Board meeting, which previously had been set to cover the raising of BART fares and the reducing of train service later this year. Demonstrators took turns voicing their objections to the lack of accountability and the apparent cover-up attempts at BART regarding the murder of Oscar Grant. BART's many failures were recounted, including the...
Friday, April 10, 2009
Philly IMC: US Drug Policy Has Gone to Pot SHARE
The time seems ripe to change America's attitudes towards the criminalization of drugs, and the behemoth prison system which grows from current drug policy and feeds on society. The failed war on drugs has created a 1200% increase in drug incarceration rates since 1980 (from 41,000 people incarcerated to over 500,000), and has disproportionately hurt African Americans.
Philly IMC: US Drug Policy Has Gone to Pot SHARE
The time seems ripe to change America's attitudes towards the criminalization of drugs, and the behemoth prison system which grows from current drug policy and feeds on society. The failed war on drugs has created a 1200% increase in drug incarceration rates since 1980 (from 41,000 people incarcerated to over 500,000), and has disproportionately hurt African Americans.
Friday, April 3, 2009
"Mumia Abu-Jamal's Last Chance for Justice" by author J Patrick O'Connor SHARE
As Amnesty International established in its 2000 pamphlet, Abu-Jamal's tortuous appeal process has been fraught with "judicial machinations." ...In denying Abu-Jamal's Batson claim, the Third Circuit's ruling created new law by placing new restrictions on a defendant's ability to file a Batson claim. The Third Circuit, in effect, tampered with and undermined a long-established Supreme Court ruling.
"Mumia Abu-Jamal's Last Chance for Justice" by author J Patrick O'Connor SHARE
As Amnesty International established in its 2000 pamphlet, Abu-Jamal's tortuous appeal process has been fraught with "judicial machinations." ...In denying Abu-Jamal's Batson claim, the Third Circuit's ruling created new law by placing new restrictions on a defendant's ability to file a Batson claim. The Third Circuit, in effect, tampered with and undermined a long-established Supreme Court ruling.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Philly IMC: "Look forward, not back," and other Cliches, Idiocies, and Abused Words SHARE
Edward S. Herman writes: Can there be said to be a "rule of law" when high level but serious violators of law are beyond prosecution. Barry Bonds must be pursued because he allegedly may have lied to a grand jury on his use of steroids, but Bush - Cheney - Rice - Rumsfeld - Powell lied many times on issues involving mass killing and violations of domestic and international law.
Philly IMC: "Look forward, not back," and other Cliches, Idiocies, and Abused Words SHARE
Edward S. Herman writes: Can there be said to be a "rule of law" when high level but serious violators of law are beyond prosecution. Barry Bonds must be pursued because he allegedly may have lied to a grand jury on his use of steroids, but Bush - Cheney - Rice - Rumsfeld - Powell lied many times on issues involving mass killing and violations of domestic and international law.
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Tuesday, March 31, 2009
German Academy of Arts Demands Freedom for Mumia Abu-Jamal SHARE
Franz Müntefering, national head of the Social Democratic Party which now shares government power in Germany, has also expressed support for Mumia. But some recalled the nearly forgotten fact that a decade ago the Bundestag, Germany's congress, not only officially opposed the death penalty in all countries but called explicitly for a new, fair trial for Mumia. If Europe could decide he would probably be free tomorrow.
German Academy of Arts Demands Freedom for Mumia Abu-Jamal SHARE
Franz Müntefering, national head of the Social Democratic Party which now shares government power in Germany, has also expressed support for Mumia. But some recalled the nearly forgotten fact that a decade ago the Bundestag, Germany's congress, not only officially opposed the death penalty in all countries but called explicitly for a new, fair trial for Mumia. If Europe could decide he would probably be free tomorrow.
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Thursday, March 26, 2009
Philly IMC: SDS Anti-War Rally in West Chester, PA SHARE
On March 20th West Chester University Students for a Democratic Society gathered to protest the sixth anniversary of the war in Iraq. We met at the Sykes Student Union building at four o'clock with a few members of the Chester County Peace Movement, War Resisters League, and Veterans for Peace.
Philly IMC: SDS Anti-War Rally in West Chester, PA SHARE
On March 20th West Chester University Students for a Democratic Society gathered to protest the sixth anniversary of the war in Iraq. We met at the Sykes Student Union building at four o'clock with a few members of the Chester County Peace Movement, War Resisters League, and Veterans for Peace.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
PhillyIMC: Regional Effort Grows to Shut Down 'Army Experience Center' SHARE
Peace groups from DC to NY are getting behind a large demonstration at the Army Experience Center at the Franklin Mills Mall in Bensalem, PA on Saturday, May 2nd at 2:00 pm. We demand the Army close up shop at Franklin Mills Mall and we're determined to block the expansion of this monstrosity in malls across the nation. We will be successful in this campaign because we'll bring in enough protestors to attract national media..
PhillyIMC: Regional Effort Grows to Shut Down 'Army Experience Center' SHARE
Peace groups from DC to NY are getting behind a large demonstration at the Army Experience Center at the Franklin Mills Mall in Bensalem, PA on Saturday, May 2nd at 2:00 pm. We demand the Army close up shop at Franklin Mills Mall and we're determined to block the expansion of this monstrosity in malls across the nation. We will be successful in this campaign because we'll bring in enough protestors to attract national media..
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Thursday, March 19, 2009
Black Panther, Asian American Activist Richard Aoki Dies at Age 71 SHARE
Revolutionary and civil rights activist Richard Aoki died on March 16, 2009. Aoki was a founding member of the Black Panther Party (BPP), becoming a Field Marshal. Using his military training, Aoki assisted members of the BPP in acquiring weapons and trained members in defending the community from the Oakland Police.
Black Panther, Asian American Activist Richard Aoki Dies at Age 71 SHARE
Revolutionary and civil rights activist Richard Aoki died on March 16, 2009. Aoki was a founding member of the Black Panther Party (BPP), becoming a Field Marshal. Using his military training, Aoki assisted members of the BPP in acquiring weapons and trained members in defending the community from the Oakland Police.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
It's time to expose the sexual abuse of inmates by prison employees: Reports from Angola and Ely SHARE
While the general public has been exposed to stories of rape among prisoners, there is little awareness about the high incidence of brutal rape of both men and women by prison employees. These cases remain under the radar because victims are threatened with violence to prevent them from speaking out, while the employees involved, who generally feel shielded from society, might simply be charged with "malfeasance in office."
It's time to expose the sexual abuse of inmates by prison employees: Reports from Angola and Ely SHARE
While the general public has been exposed to stories of rape among prisoners, there is little awareness about the high incidence of brutal rape of both men and women by prison employees. These cases remain under the radar because victims are threatened with violence to prevent them from speaking out, while the employees involved, who generally feel shielded from society, might simply be charged with "malfeasance in office."
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Sunday, March 15, 2009
INFOSHOP: Retrial of RNC defendant David McKay starts Monday SHARE
The retrial of Austin activist David McKay, accused of possessing Molotov cocktails at the RNC last September, will begin in MN. McKay's first trial in late January was declared a mistrial as a result of a hung jury over the question of whether the conduct of the main informant in the case, Brandon Darby, constituted entrapment. While this was not the acquittal that was deserved, it remains a clear indictment of the govt.'s...
INFOSHOP: Retrial of RNC defendant David McKay starts Monday SHARE
The retrial of Austin activist David McKay, accused of possessing Molotov cocktails at the RNC last September, will begin in MN. McKay's first trial in late January was declared a mistrial as a result of a hung jury over the question of whether the conduct of the main informant in the case, Brandon Darby, constituted entrapment. While this was not the acquittal that was deserved, it remains a clear indictment of the govt.'s...
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Wednesday, March 11, 2009
NAACP LDF Files Brief in US Supreme Court in Mumia Abu-Jamal Case SHARE
Today the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (LDF) filed a friend of the court brief in support of Mumia Abu-Jamal's claim of racial discrimination in the selection of the jury for his 1981 death penalty trial. LDF's brief supports Mr. Abu-Jamal's request for United States Supreme Court review of his appeal urging enforcement of the laws that require courts to promptly investigate evidence of discrimination...
NAACP LDF Files Brief in US Supreme Court in Mumia Abu-Jamal Case SHARE
Today the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (LDF) filed a friend of the court brief in support of Mumia Abu-Jamal's claim of racial discrimination in the selection of the jury for his 1981 death penalty trial. LDF's brief supports Mr. Abu-Jamal's request for United States Supreme Court review of his appeal urging enforcement of the laws that require courts to promptly investigate evidence of discrimination...
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Thursday, February 19, 2009
ILWU unites antiracist activists SHARE
On Feb. 14, less than 2 months after the police murder of 22-year-old African American father, Oscar Grant, nearly 200 people rallied against racism and police brutality at the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 10 hall in San Francisco. The recent election of the first Black president has emboldened many in the Bay Area to set higher sights and focus greater initiative in the fightback against racism.
ILWU unites antiracist activists SHARE
On Feb. 14, less than 2 months after the police murder of 22-year-old African American father, Oscar Grant, nearly 200 people rallied against racism and police brutality at the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 10 hall in San Francisco. The recent election of the first Black president has emboldened many in the Bay Area to set higher sights and focus greater initiative in the fightback against racism.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
PhillyIMC: Draft report calls for shake-ups in low-performing schools SHARE
The Philadelphia School District is strongly considering yet another "turnaround" strategy for chronically underperforming schools, one based on Chicago's controversial Renaissance 2010 project that closes existing schools and opens new ones under a different management structure.
PhillyIMC: Draft report calls for shake-ups in low-performing schools SHARE
The Philadelphia School District is strongly considering yet another "turnaround" strategy for chronically underperforming schools, one based on Chicago's controversial Renaissance 2010 project that closes existing schools and opens new ones under a different management structure.
Monday, January 26, 2009
FREE PRESS: President Obama must free Leonard Peltier SHARE
The Leonard Peltier Defense Offense Committee points out that "Amnesty International considers Leonard Peltier to be a political prisoner whose avenues of redress have long been exhausted....Amnesty International recognizes that a retrial is no longer a feasible option and believes that Leonard Peltier should be immediately and unconditionally released."
FREE PRESS: President Obama must free Leonard Peltier SHARE
The Leonard Peltier Defense Offense Committee points out that "Amnesty International considers Leonard Peltier to be a political prisoner whose avenues of redress have long been exhausted....Amnesty International recognizes that a retrial is no longer a feasible option and believes that Leonard Peltier should be immediately and unconditionally released."
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Interview with musician / poet Taina Asili SHARE
Taina Asili carries on the tradition of her ancestors, fusing present and past struggles into one poetic song-voice. She is a puertorriquena vocalist, poet, visual artist, educator, activist and mother from Philadelphia, PA and Albany, NY.
Interview with musician / poet Taina Asili SHARE
Taina Asili carries on the tradition of her ancestors, fusing present and past struggles into one poetic song-voice. She is a puertorriquena vocalist, poet, visual artist, educator, activist and mother from Philadelphia, PA and Albany, NY.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
SF Bay View's JR reports on Oakland uprising, following his own arrest SHARE
I've also heard some criticisms of the rebels, because of the fact that they tore up innocent people's property. But the reality is that the peaceful protest outside of Fruitvale BART as well as the meeting of ministers, reverends and local politicians that took place that morning demanding an explanation from the D.A. did not put the mayor, police and city officials on notice nor did those actions have the energy...
SF Bay View's JR reports on Oakland uprising, following his own arrest SHARE
I've also heard some criticisms of the rebels, because of the fact that they tore up innocent people's property. But the reality is that the peaceful protest outside of Fruitvale BART as well as the meeting of ministers, reverends and local politicians that took place that morning demanding an explanation from the D.A. did not put the mayor, police and city officials on notice nor did those actions have the energy...
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Philly IMC: Iraqi Journalist Muntadhar al-Zeidi Captures the Moment SHARE
Muntadhar al-Zeidi is Rodney King, and he is Lech Walesa. And he is Rosa Parks and the anonymous protestor who stopped the tank in Tiananmen Square. A journalist who stands up for the widows, the orphans, and the children of the Iraq War, this ordinary man is doing extraordinary things that the power elite and lame stream media ignored. He sees through the deception of the war, and the disastrous consequences for...
Philly IMC: Iraqi Journalist Muntadhar al-Zeidi Captures the Moment SHARE
Muntadhar al-Zeidi is Rodney King, and he is Lech Walesa. And he is Rosa Parks and the anonymous protestor who stopped the tank in Tiananmen Square. A journalist who stands up for the widows, the orphans, and the children of the Iraq War, this ordinary man is doing extraordinary things that the power elite and lame stream media ignored. He sees through the deception of the war, and the disastrous consequences for...
