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Memphis Police Shutter SCORPION Unit, Activists Say That’s Not Enough
Similarly violent “special units” have been established in police forces throughout the country.
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.
Tyre Nichols Is Another Victim of the Police Brutality Crisis Black People Face
“We have experienced this same kind of violence over and over and over again in our communities,” says Amber Sherman.
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.”
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.
National Guard Wants to Expand Its Training Site to Twice the Size of Chicago
The proposed expansion would allow for increased use and testing of new technologies, particularly electronic warfare.
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.
Biden’s Safer America Plan Will Harm Already Hyper-Policed Communities
A safer plan for America would invest in its people by promoting alternative deterrents to violence.
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.