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VOL 3. NO. 15 Friday, March 30 - Thursday, April 12, 2001
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Activists, Performers Gather To Demand Mumia's Freedom
The case of Mumia Abu Jamal has reached a new level as evidence never before introduced could free the internationally celebrated, journalist and death-row activist. To keep the pressure on the judicial system, prominent advocates of social justice and human rights will gather for a three day weekend to demand justice for Mumia. All events are free and open to the public. Donations are encouraged.
FRIDAY RALLY
U.S. Representative John Conyers, Chuck D, Pam Africa, Rev. Grayon Ellis Hagler, Englishman & Shango Band, Moya, Backyard Band, and other celebrities, activists, spoken word, performers and long-time supporters will rally on Friday, March 30 at First Congregational Church, 10th & G Sts., NW, 7 -10 p.m.
SATURDAY CONFERENCE
Learn how to organize for the upcoming case at a national conference, i.e., workshops on media, developing constituent groups, organizing skills, more. Childcare available. Lunch & possibly dinner on sale for nominal fee. Sat, March 31, from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. First Congregational Church, 10th & G Sts. NW.
SUNDAY FREEDOM FESTIVAL
Take part in a Freedom Festival Êith D.C.'s best spoken word artists, performers and speakers including, JunkYard Band, Positive Vibrations, Moya, Luci Murphy, Rhythm Family, Human Prophets, Lololi and much more. April 1, Malcolm X Park, 16th & Euclid, from 1 -8 p.m.

Join the move to Free Mumia Abu Jamal. For further information, call 202-973-2177 or visit www.j4mumia.org.

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