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Fighting for America's soul

Democratic institutions are in danger


Today there is a deep split in public opinion in the United States. Democratic institutions are in danger from racism and neo-fascism. Progressives are fighting to save the values and…

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Mumia Abu Jamal

Justice demands Abu-Jamal’s freedom - not continued imprisonment to appease the F.O.P.

Mumia Abu-Jamal and his supporters are closer than ever to winning his release after 38 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit. The Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), former district attorneys, and other political higher ups who participated…

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School of Americas Protest

This year, hundreds will gather at the gates of the School of Americas (SOA)/The Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation (WHINSEC) at Fort Benning, Georgia from November 15-17, as Latin America again experiences violent…

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Raise the Kuffiyeh. Join us for our annual Palestinian cultural night featuring comedian Sammy Obeid!

Sunday, November 17, 2019, 6:00 – 8:30 PM

Ohio Union Performance Hall: 1739 N High St, Columbus, OH 43210

Palestinians have a rich culture and we would love to share it with you! Join the Students for Justice in Palestine for our annual…

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