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Farewell Thoughts to My Friend, Lynne Stewart
Jaan Laaman
Farewell thoughts to my friend Lynne Stewart from Jaan Laaman, political prisoner. International Women’s Day, March 8th, 2017. With a sunny sky outside and, a quote, unquote, day without women’s strikes and other very positive… Full Transcript
Lynne Stewart, People’s Lawyer Freedom Fighter Presente!
Mumia Abu-Jamal
Lynne Stewart, People’s Lawyer, Freedom Fighter, Presente! Lynne Stewart, after 78 weathers in America, has died after battling for years against breast cancer. But that was just some of her battles, and like most of… Full Transcript
El Comadante Fidel Castro, Presidente
Kerry “Shakaboona” Marshall
Former Cuban President Fidel Castro, the iconic revolutionary leader, beloved by many and hated by few, has passed away Friday (11-25-2016) at the ripe old age of 90 in his homeland of Cuba. The news… Full Transcript
Fidel 1926-2016
Mumia Abu-Jamal
Fidel Castro, 1926 to 2016. Viva Fidel. Fidel Castro, father of the 1959 Cuban revolution, has died after 90 years of a life of rebellion and resistance. That this bold revolutionary figure lived as long… Full Transcript
Gloria Cheeks, 1938-2016
Mumia Abu-Jamal
Her name was Gloria, and if you knew her, you knew she was a special person. She was a woman who didn’t bite her tongue. If she dug you, you knew it. If she didn’t,… Full Transcript
Muhammad Ali 1942-2016
Mumia Abu-Jamal
It was Jan. 1942, when the baby, Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr. was. Born to a working-class Negro family in Louisville, Kentucky. In those days, Kentucky was famous for its distinctive blue grass, its championship horses… Full Transcript
Prince a Musical Revolutionary
Mumia Abu-Jamal
He was not to my liking when he first burst on the scene. He was, quite frankly, too pretty. But Prince was not to be denied. According to one article, he was a youth when… Full Transcript
Prince Passes On
Mumia Abu-Jamal
He was a star in so many ways, that the word ‘star’ seems too small. He was a singer, guitarist, band leader, writer—and, well, genius. Prince Rogers Nelson was known and adored by millions, who… Full Transcript
RIP Mark Thiel and an Update
Mondo Mourned
Mumia Abu-Jamal
He was born David Rice, and in his youth, he joined an offshoot of the Black Panther Party, a decision that would change his life’s trajectory. For, when he and another young man, Edward Poindexter,… Full Transcript
Sundiata Sadiq Gentle Warrior
Mumia Abu-Jamal
His name was Sundiata, and for over 40 years, he fought for the freedom of his people. Headquartered in Ossining, New York, Sundiata worked in, or led, a number of groups working for Black Liberation… Full Transcript
Unforgettable: Natalie Cole 1950-2015
Mumia Abu-Jamal
Her voice, rippling like warm lake water, has been moving through my memory for hours now, ever since I heard of her shocking passing. How many hours had I enjoyed her playful, enchanting, enthralling alto,… Full Transcript
Holiday Message PDC
Madiba Nelson Mandela
Kerry “Shakaboona” Marshall
On December 5, 2003, former political prisoner and former South African President Nelson Mandela—affectionately referred to as “Madiba” (Father) by the South African people—has made his transition to the other side to be with our… Full Transcript
Lynne Stewart, you are my hero. Lynne Stewart, for many years of struggle against inequality, oppression, and injustice. You knew the blindfolded lady with the balanced scales no longer exists here in America. But Lynne… Full Transcript