Episode Details

Laura Whitehorn, a dedicated activist since the 1960s, shares her compelling story of radical activism, involvement in bombings, and serving over 14 years in federal prison. As a member of the May 19th Communist Organization, Laura participated in protests against U.S. policies, including the 1983 bombing of the U.S. Capitol Building. She discusses her motivations, the events leading to her arrest in 1985, and the challenges faced during her incarceration. Since her release in 1999, Laura has continued her activism, focusing on supporting political prisoners and advocating for social justice.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-whitehorn-08b54a33/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rappcampaign?igsh=NDh4aG52dDV0aDE3

Website: https://rappcampaign.com/our-people/

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Inspiration and Impact of Jose Salana

00:03:11 Reforming the Prison System: Release Aging People in Prison Movement

00:06:41 Advocacy for Change in the Prison System

00:10:19 Family Influences and Early Political Awareness

00:13:47 Choosing a Path: From Academia to Activism

00:17:25 The Resistance Conspiracy Case and Its Ideology

00:21:05 Parole Hearings and Racial Disparities

00:24:48 FBI Arrest and Charges: A Personal Account

00:28:25 Arrest and Pre-Trial Holding Period

00:31:56 Fighting for Justice in the Federal System

00:35:38 Understanding "Girlfriend Crimes" in Drug Conspiracies

00:39:00 Challenges of Communicating from Prison

00:42:37 Racism and Inequality in the Prison System

00:46:17 Human Rights Violations in Prisons

00:50:00 Impact of Incarceration on Generations

00:53:34 The Fight Against Racism and Political Power

00:57:06 Meeting and Introduction

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