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“We Can End the Death Penalty!”

Saturday, November 13 – Sunday, November 14 – “We Can End the Death Penalty!,” the Fourth Annual Convention of the Campaign to End the Death Penalty. Kent Hall, University of Chicago , 1020 E. 58th Street.
Saturday, November 13 – Sunday, November 14 – “We Can End the Death Penalty!,” the Fourth Annual Convention of the Campaign to End the Death Penalty. Kent Hall, University of Chicago , 1020 E. 58th Street. Join family members, former death row prisoners, and activists to take a look at our movement, our victories, and our challenges. Activists from across the country will gather for two days of lively discussions, workshops and guest speakers. Speakers include: Dr. Barbara Ransby, noted historian and author of "Ella Baker and the Black Freedom Movement: A Radical Democratic Vision," speaking on "The Roots of the Civil Rights Movement: Lessons for Activists Today"; Billy Neal Moore, who spent almost 17 years on Georgia's death for the robbery-murder of a 77-year old man, speaking about the circumstances surrounding his crime and the question, "Should people be given second chances?"; Monique Matthews, sister of newly freed Louisiana death row prisoner Ryan Matthews, will tell about the years of struggle she and her family waged to save her brother from execution. Other special guests include: Shujaa Graham, former California death row prisoner; Darby Tillis, exonerated Illinois death row prisoner; Madison Hobley, pardoned Illinois death row prisoner; Sandra Reed, mother of Texas death row prisoner Rodney Reed; Gricelda Ceja, mother of fomer Illinois death row prisoner Raul Ceja, who is now serving a life sentence; and Mildred Henry, member of the Enough Is Enough Campaign, whose son is wrongfully imprisoned after being tortured by Chicago police. Registration is $45, with an additional $10 for the optional Saturday night dinner. A limited number of scholarships are available. Nearby, low-cost housing is also available. Info: 773.955.4841 or www.nodeathpenalty.org
 
 

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