EVENT: http://tinyurl.com/m92zrqe
Among others, there is a huge disparity in the incarceration of black people, making up 6% of the population and nearly 50% of the jail. There is also a disparity in the way that predominantly black communities are policed. Madison Police Chief Koval has openly admitted that the MPD plays a role in Madison’s racial disparities; and he’s holding a forum on the south side to talk about community issues.
Join us as we hold MPD accountable for their role in disparities.
Help us raise the voice of the community that says we don’t want policing that adds to disparities.
Tell the Chief to support alternatives to incarceration that make things better for black people.
When: Thursday, February 19, 2015 at 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Catholic Multicultural Center 1862 Beld Street
Why: Because there is power in numbers and your presence helps us all make a difference.
We continue to push for our demands:
1. The county abandon all attempts to expand the capacity of the jail or build a new jail (Black people are disproportionately impacted and jails do nothing to address root causes).
2. The investment into Black led community initiatives (Our solutions should come from us).
3. The immediate release of 350 black people incarcerated due to crimes of poverty (Surviving poverty is not a crime. Poverty itself is the crime).
4. The end of Solitary confinement (it is inhumane and makes mental wellness issues worse).
Please, Stand with Us.
“It is our duty to fight for our freedom. It is our duty to win. We must love and protect one another. We have nothing to lose but our chains.” ~ Assata Shakur
Solidarity —
Young, Gifted and Black Coalition
Wisconsin Bail Out the People Movement 
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