Feb 7, 2016 | Calls to Action, Case & Campaign Updates, Events |
From Love & Protect:Tewkunzi Green is a Black mother from Peoria, Illinois. In 2007, she killed her abusive boyfriend while defending herself and protecting her infant child. At trial, she argued that she acted in self-defense but was found guilty and sentenced to...
Feb 5, 2016 | Case & Campaign Updates |
From the Free Kelly Campaign:We are sad to share the news that at Kelly’s court hearing last week the DA was unwilling to negotiate a deal with her attorneys. The judge ordered this hearing as a “settlement conference” and had instructed the DA not to agree to it...
Jan 28, 2016 | Case & Campaign Updates |
Texas Department of Criminal Justice After nine years in prison, Arlena Lindley has been granted parole. Lindley was sentenced to 45 years for failing to protect her child from her abusive partner. The Texas Parole board voted in Arlena Lindley’s favor this...
Jan 24, 2016 | Calls to Action, Case & Campaign Updates, Events, Media |
The Rasmea Defense Committee calls for a social media action on Jan 27th as they wait for a decision about Rasmea Odeh’s appeal. #Justice4RasmeaJoin the Rasmea Defense Committee for a social media campaign Wednesday, January 27, 2016, in support of Palestinian...
Dec 24, 2015 | Case & Campaign Updates |
From Chicago Community Bond Fund:Naomi Freeman has been released thanks to your tremendous generosity! In total, 345 people donated to Naomi’s freedom in amounts ranging from $3 to $1,000. Your donations made it possible to secure Naomi’s release on bond yesterday,...