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Militant Journalism
Hunger strike starts at Tacoma Northwest Detention Center amid demands for improved conditions
The hunger strike follows a two-year failed response against COVID inside NWDC and a longer history of disregard and abuse…
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Militant Journalism
Protest held against attempts to execute Richard Moore by firing squad in South Carolina
On April 23, people from the community, clergy, and activists rallied against the death penalty and called on Governor McMaster…
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Analysis
Melissa Lucio granted stay of execution, but threat to her life remains
The case of Melissa Lucio reflects the larger racist, sexist bent of the justice system, which imprisons countless innocent people.
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Militant Journalism
Migrants trapped at Otay Mesa Detention Center face deadly pandemic conditions
People at the Otay Mesa Detention Center and facilities across the country are being placed in dangerous environments for weeks…
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Features
Activists speak out in Louisiana as support for ICE detainee hunger strike grows
On Dec. 13, activists gathered in Monroe and Jena, Louisiana to hold press conferences at both the Richwood and LaSalle…
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Analysis
Political prisoner movement wins victories for ‘Maroon’ Shoatz, David Gilbert
78-year old Russell “Maroon” Shoatz was freed from prison Oct. 26 on the basis of compassionate release. And on the…
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Militant Journalism
Four deaths at Suffolk County Jail: families demand answers
Three people died this summer while incarcerated at Suffolk County House of Correction. On September 17, 47-year-old Carl “Chuck” Rabouin…
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Militant Journalism
Activists demand Sarasota, Manatee jail prisoners should be safe from COVID
On September 9, activists protested outside Sarasota County Jail to demand proper medical care and health conditions in response to…
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Militant Journalism
Black August commemorated at San Quentin prison
Sixty participants on foot, bike, and in cars marched from the Larkspur Ferry Parking lot along Sir Francis Drake Blvd…
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