Tennessee protesters will face harsh penalties, including losing the right to vote, as punishment for participating in protests under a law enacted by the Tennessee GOP-dominant General Assembly. Right-wing Governor Bill Lee quietly signed off on the bill Thursday, AP reports.
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Movement For Black Lives Joins Jewish Groups In New Statement Against Anti-Semitism
Movement For Black Lives Joins Jewish Groups In New Statement Against Anti-Semitism
As the election nears, a new coalition wants to form a “united front” against hate, and against right-wing attempts to co-opt discussions around anti-Semitism.
MINNEAPOLIS: ANTI-RACISM UPRISING INFILTRATED BY EXTREME RIGHT
Bourgeoisie cash is flowing in the coffers of Black Lives Matter
Social justice groups say drop the ADL
Utah BLM protesters could get life in prison for splashing paint
Utah BLM protesters could get life in prison for splashing paint
The felony criminal mischief charges are more serious because they carry a gang enhancement. Prosecutors said on Wednesday that was justified because the protesters worked together to cause thousands of dollars in damage, but watchdogs called the use of the 1990s-era law troubling, especially in the context of criminal justice reform and minority communities.
I Ran the DHS Intelligence Unit. Its Reports on Journalists are Concerning.
I Ran the DHS Intelligence Unit. Its Reports on Journalists are Concerning.
Of even greater concern, it came to light last week that I&A personnel had written and disseminated intelligence reports about journalists who reported on I&A actions. Even under the guise of cybersecurity or identifying leaks, this appears to be a clear misuse of intelligence authorities and a violation of I&A’s own guidelines, especially for journalists who enjoy substantial First Amendment protections.
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