patrice
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Mon Feb-12-07 04:10 PM
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Please! Let's talk about Racism . . . |
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This story struck my heart, because it has to do with a man who has been suffering for over 30 years now, because he was once a young man who just didn't fit in where he lived. If he had fit it, he would have kept his mouth shut in the presence of Injustice and would likely be a free man now.
Gary Tyler didn't fit in and local members of the Democratic Party used that to their own advantage. The party loyalties have long since switched, but we still bear some responsibility for what happened. I apologize for the guilt trip, but this IS a man's life we're talking about here.
Thirty-two years ago a 17 year old black kid from Louisiana was sentenced to death for a crime he did not commit. The sentence was commuted to life in prison and there he waits. He will be 50 soon and is still waiting for justice. The trial was a sham. Amnesty International has declared him a political prisoner. Gary Tyler deserves a full pardon and a chance to live his life. So much was taken from him, give him back the rest of his life.
DU member redwitch and her husband created this website and she intends to send the names to Governor Blanco. Please sign and **share** the petition! www.freegarytyler.com
It will only take a few minutes of your time. Read Bob Herbert's columns about the case and do the right thing. Thank you!
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Mon Feb-12-07 04:24 PM
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Mon Feb-12-07 04:30 PM
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2. Thank you very much Neecy! I posted a poll about Dixie Chicks |
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a little bit ago and got 14 takers just like that. It's taking quite a bit longer, and much more frequent posts, to get that level of response for Gary Tyler - I'm NOT bitter - just sayin' . . . .
Doesn't matter. I can keep it up anyway (since I've been laid-off). Gotta' ask the Mods how often I may start that thread over. I've been keeping it at only 2 or 3 times a day, but I bet it'd be okay to do it more often.
Thanks again, for Gary Tyler.
Hare Krsna!
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Mon Feb-12-07 04:33 PM
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Hey, I love the Chicks too, but there's room for many interests and causes.
I hope that even if people don't have an interest in signing petitions (and some legitimately don't) that they read up a little on this case. It really does cry out for justice.
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