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Torture
After Trump Blocked UN Inquiry of Racist Violence, NGOs Are Conducting Their Own
The commission will analyze whether several instances of police violence violated international law.
Racism of Policing Resulted in the Torture and 18-Year Incarceration of My Son
Taking a stand against racism and police violence must include releasing all survivors of police torture from prison.
Racist War Criminal Bush’s Thoughts on George Floyd Are More Salt in the Wound
Tell your story walking, George. The bandage you’re offering is already soaked in blood.
Chicago Passed Police Torture Reparations 5 Years Ago. Were They Implemented?
Chicago’s reparations ordinance remains a great precedent for the U.S. despite some of its promises being unfulfilled.
Prison Guards Are Receiving Hand Sanitizer. My Incarcerated Son Is Not.
COVID-19 has already killed two people in the prison where my son is held. I am terrified because he has no protection.
Team Trump Tried to Bully the ICC Into Dropping War Crimes Probe But Failed
The impunity that U.S. officials have enjoyed for their international crimes may finally be coming to an end.
Chicago’s Lightfoot Administration to Defend Jon Burge’s Torture Henchmen
Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s handpicked lawyers stand ready to defend the indefensible.
Impunity for Torturers Made Trump’s Invulnerability Possible
If one administration can get away with torture, another can go unpunished for putting migrant children in cages.
Disabled People Are Tortured in Solitary Confinement, But Tides May Be Turning
As public outrage grows, even presidential candidates are weighing in on the issue.
Even When You Change Its Name, Solitary Confinement Is Torture
Indiana's restricted movement units are just as inhumane and damaging as solitary confinement.