Community Defense East TN

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learn more about Reggie’s case from this video:

[Community Defense East TN @CDET_]

Out of those that have been released. One of our people have been set free. 🕊️ However, while we celebrate today’s release we refuse to rest until every person impacted by unjust incarceration is free. We demand freedom for ALL those impacted by systematic injustice. ‼️#freethem

[Community Defense East TN @CDET_]

Our justice system is broken. Cash bail doesn’t keep communities safe—it criminalizes poverty and separates families. We need change. #EndCashBail #AbolitionNow

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🔗 Together, we can break the cycle of mass incarceration. This #GivingTuesday2024, support our grassroots efforts to empower families, confront injustice, and advocate for systems of healing and equity. 💙

[Community Defense East TN @CDET_]

Imagine a child locked in a cell 23 hours a day, alone with silence. 💔 Solitary confinement causes severe mental health harm—suicide risk, anxiety, depression, lasting trauma. This isn’t justice; it’s torture. It’s time to end this. #EndYouthSolitary #CareNotCages

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Profiting off incarceration isn’t justice—it’s exploitation. 💸 Tennessee's $6.8M request for private prison payouts fuels a system that prioritizes profits over people. Let’s invest in rehabilitation, education, and community support instead. #endmassincarecration

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Heartbreaking loss for Knoxville College as historic Elnathan Hall, part of East Tennessee’s only HBCU, was destroyed in a fire. Despite ongoing challenges, this resilient community is pushing forward. #KnoxvilleCollege #HBCU

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We created a toolkit with a sample report that provides organizers in advocates with an outline of how to approach situations to advocate for those incarcerated during times of emergency and disasters. A link to this will be posted on our website.

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Link to Form: https://t.co/ORajA17nDM

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🚨There are volunteer opportunities for Hurricane Helene. Those that need help with transportation can click on the link provided below. We ask before filling out the form that you go through the website and already have a confirmed volunteer spot.

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When navigating the website please select the red highlighted Volunteer to help with #HeleneRecovery
Food will be provided. Access to travel and gas will also be provided as needed.
Website to sign up for volunteering: https://t.co/FoOokHQRYA

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When navigating the website please select the red highlighted Volunteer to help with #HeleneRecovery Website to sign up for volunteering: https://t.co/FoOokHQk92
Link to Form: https://t.co/ORajA17nDM

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We want to thank everyone again that has supported and donated water and other supplies after Hurricane Helene. Seeing our community come together to help those affected by the flood has been incredible. #TeamWork #UnitedForRelief

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Honoring the strength, resilience, and rich cultures of Indigenous Peoples today and every day. Let’s celebrate their heritage, listen to their stories, and support their ongoing fight for justice and recognition. 🌿🌍 #IndigenousPeoplesDay #HonorNativeLand

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The death penalty isn’t justice—it’s vengeance. Marcellus Williams, Freddie Owens, and Emmanuel Littlejohn were executed despite conflicting evidence. How many more lives will be lost to a broken system? End state-sanctioned murder. #AbolishTheDeathPenalty #InnocenceMatters

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In Mississippi: 6 former law enforcement officers, known as the 'Goon Squad,' have been sentenced for torturing two Black men in a brutal raid. A step toward accountability. #Accountability
Read the full story here 👉: https://t.co/eURKaPJigR

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The time for change is NOW. Let’s keep the momentum going! Together, we will bring justice to those impacted and build a future based on fairness, not punishment.

#SafetyAndFreedom #RepealTheCrimeBill #YouthLeadingChange #30YearsTooLong

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Today, on the 30th anniversary of the 1994 crime bill, we join forces with PCSF and other advocates at the freedom rally to demand justice and change!

[Community Defense East TN @CDET_]

Yesterday, our teammates and other orgs came together to meet with members of Congress to push for the repeal and replacement of this harmful legislation we’re fighting for system that prioritizes rehabilitation and equity, and today’s show just we are in this mission.