by Kareshia Prioleau | Dec 13, 2022 | Latest, Social Justice |
A 22-year-old white student named Sophia Rosing was filmed verbally and physically attacking a Black freshman named Kylah Spring. The video of the attack quickly went viral, with many people calling for Rosing to be expelled from the university. Rosing has now been arrested and charged with hate crimes. The video of the attack quickly went viral, with many people calling for Rosing to be expelled from the university. Rosing has now been arrested and charged with hate crimes.
The video of the attack quickly went viral, with many people calling for Rosing to be expelled from the university. Sophia Rosing has now been arrested and charged with hate crimes. At one point, Rosing pulls down her mask and gets close to Spring’s face, continuing to scream abuse at her. Spring has since spoken out about the incident, saying that she was “shocked and hurt” by what happened. Kylah Spring says that she initially tried to reason with Rosing, but that it quickly became clear that there was no reasoning with her. “I just wanted it to stop,” she says. “I didn’t want to fight back because I didn’t want to give her the satisfaction.” Since the incident, Spring says that she has been struggling with anxiety and depression. She is currently on medication for both conditions. she said that she has since been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder and has had to take a leave of absence from school. “I’m not sure when I’ll be able to go back,” Spring said
Kylah Spring added that she is now scared to leave her dorm room and go to class because she doesn’t feel safe on campus. This is just one example of the racism that Black students have to deal with on a daily basis. Unfortunately, incidents like this are all too common in today’s society. It’s time for us to stand up and demand change.
Sophia Rosing was arrested and charged with assault and hate crime enhancement on October 2nd. She is currently out on bond and is scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary hearing on November 6th.
by Jesse Swindell | Dec 13, 2022 | Latest, Social Justice |
15-year-old Jaheim McMillan was fatally shot by police in front of a Family Dollar store in Gulfport, Mississippi on Oct. 6. Officers claimed the young boy was carrying a gun, but many witnesses disputed that claim, saying he was unarmed. “The police are saying he had a gun, but witnesses say he didn’t. We just want to see the footage so we can know the truth.” The McMillan family has also filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the City of Gulfport, alleging that the police used excessive force when they shot Jaheim. “No family should have to go through what we’re going through,” said Erica. “We just want justice for Jaheim.”
Now, supporters of Jaheim are calling for a boycott of Family Dollar until the store releases security footage of the shooting. The family’s attorney, Benjamin Crump, said in a statement: “The McMillan family is demanding that Family Dollar release the security footage of this tragic incident. We want to know what really happened and why an unarmed child was gunned down in cold blood. Until we get answers, we are calling for a nationwide boycott of Family Dollar.”
The family of Jaheim has also called for the release of the surveillance footage. In a statement, they said, “We just want answers. We don’t want this to happen to another family.” At this time, Family Dollar has not released any statement or footage in response to the calls for a boycott or the demands from Jaheim’s family. The family of Jaheim McMillan has also retained attorney Ben Crump, who represented the families of Trayvon Martin and Michael Brown. Crump is calling on Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate Jaheim’s death.
Now, Jaheim’s supporters are calling for a boycott of Family Dollar stores until the company takes action. “We are asking that everyone boycott Family Dollar stores until they publicly denounce the murder of Jaheim McMillan and commit to working with the community to ensure that justice is served,” Jaheim’s cousin, Javonni McMillan, said in a statement.
by Tanyette McCoy Davis | Dec 8, 2022 | Latest, Social Justice |
On Wednesday (Nov. 23), prosecutors announced the Detroit police officers involved in the shooting death of 20-year-old Porter Burks would not face charges. Officers responded to a 911 call from Burks’ brother on Oct. 23, who said his brother was having a mental health crisis and was armed with a knife.
The Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office Kym Worthy: released a statement on Wednesday saying, “After a thorough review of the evidence, we have determined that there is insufficient evidence to warrant criminal charges against either officer in this case.” The footage contradicted the officers’ initial statements that Burks had lunged at them with the knife before they opened fire. The officers then shot him multiple times, and he later died at the hospital. Prosecutors said that while the footage showed Burks did not pose an immediate threat to the officers when he was shot, they could not prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the officers acted unlawfully. The decision not to bring charges against the officers has sparked outrage in the community, with many people taking to social media to express their frustration.
The #JusticeforPorter hashtag has been trending on Twitter, with people calling for accountability and transparency in the case. This is yet another example of how the criminal justice system fails to protect Black lives. The family of Burks has since filed a lawsuit against the city, alleging that the officers used excessive force and failed to provide medical attention after he was shot. Protesters have taken to the streets in recent days to demand justice for Burks, and his family has vowed to continue fighting for accountability.
by Samantha J Rice | Dec 8, 2022 | Latest, Social Justice |
On May 14, Payton Gendron opened fire in a Tops supermarket in Buffalo, NY, killing 10 people and injuring three more. Gendron, a 19-year-old white man, was taken into custody later that same day and has now plead guilty to all charges related to the massacre. While authorities have not released a motive for the shooting, they have ruled out any links to terrorism.
They were members of our community who will be forever missed. As we continue to mourn the loss of those who were killed in this tragic event, we must also remember the strength and resilience of our community. In the face of such darkness, we must come together and support one another. We will not let this act of violence define us; instead, we will stand together and show the world that we are #BuffaloStrong.
Gendron’s attorneys released a statement following his guilty plea, saying that he “takes full responsibility” for his actions and expressing their condolences to the families of the victims. In exchange for his guilty plea, prosecutors agreed to not seek the death penalty against Gendron.
Gendron pled guilty to all 13 charges on Thursday morning, just hours before his trial was set to begin. In a statement to the court, Gendron said that he “deeply regretted” his actions and that he was “prepared to accept the consequences.” The sentencing phase of the trial is set to begin next week, at which time Gendron could face life in prison without the possibility of parole.
by Laghe Andrews | Dec 8, 2022 | Latest, Social Justice |
WNBA star Brittney Griner has begun her Russian prison sentence after a judge ruled, she will face nine years behind bars. The decision came in August after the athlete was caught traveling with cannabis oil, which is illegal in Russia. Griner is reportedly facing racism, homophobia and grueling work days in prison. She is said to be working 12-hour shifts in the prison factory and is not allowed to have any contact with the outside world.
According to The Athletic, she is one of only two African-American inmates at the prison, and she has been subjected to racist slurs from both inmates and guards. Griner is also said to be facing homophobic abuse from both inmates and guards. Griner is reportedly struggling to adjust to the conditions and is feeling isolated and alone. Despite the difficult situation, Griner remains positive and is hopeful that she will be released early.
Griner has been outspoken about her sexual orientation and has been an advocate for the LGBT community. She will now be forced to serve her sentence in a country that is notoriously anti-gay Griner’s case highlights the harsh reality of drug laws in many parts of the world. While possession of small amounts of cannabis is often treated lightly in the West, it can still lead to lengthy prison sentences in other parts of the globe.
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