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Mayor Attempts to Reframe “Cop City” as Environmentally Beneficial
Andre Dickens announced a new “compromise,” but critics say the plan is a ploy to distract opposition to the project.
1,300 Social Justice Groups Demand Atlanta Mayor Resign Over Tortuguita’s Death
His “lack of intervention in protecting Atlanta protestors and residents led directly to the fatal raid,” they said.
Fred Hampton and Mumia’s Stories Shed Light on Tortuguita, Julia Wright Says
Veteran Black Panther Julia Wright explains what we should remember about the past in order to understand this moment.
Georgia Governor Declares State of Emergency, Prepped to Deploy National Guard
Critics say Brian Kemp's order is about “trying to instill fear in anyone who stands up against police brutality.”
The Death of a Forest Defender at “Stop Cop City”
"We need real wide-ranging solidarity,” says organizer Micah Herskind.
Cori Bush Calls for Investigation Into Police Killing of Activist Tortuguita
Activists have questioned law enforcement’s narrative about the killing of the Atlanta climate justice activist.
Honoring Manuel “Tortuguita” Teran, the Activist Killed by Police in Atlanta
Kamau Franklin provides updates on the calls for an independent investigation into Tortuguita’s death.
Activists Demand Independent Investigation After Cops Kill Protester in Atlanta
The protester was shot and killed on Wednesday during a chaotic raid of the “Stop Cop City” forest defense camp.
MLK’s Vision Lives On in Atlanta’s Fight Against New Police Training Facility
Plans for the “Cop City” in the heart of a working-class Black community include a mock city to practice urban warfare.
Six Charged With Domestic Terrorism for Protesting Atlanta’s “Cop City”
The Forest Defenders were urging Atlanta officials to invest in communities, not more policing.