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Welcome to WALKING IN PURPOSE WITH ANGELA our 4,268th presentation of NGOZITIME MULTIMEDIA LLC, live from Lagos, Nigeria, streaming on TalkShoe.com. Call in at 605-562-0444 or 717-734-6904. Access ID is 5461150#. To enter the studio press 1#, and to join the conversation live press *2.I’m your host THE 2023 INTERNATIONAL INTERNET RADIO HALL OF FAME BROADCASTOR ENSHRINEE, AND THE 2023 ANNA WADDELL HOST OF THE YEAR and tonight we’re taking a careful, informed look at the high-profile case involving Texas teenager Karmelo Anthony—no relation to NBA star Carmelo Anthony. Our special guest, Dwayne, will share a little about himself, his advocacy work across Texas, and how he became involved in this case. We’re going to examine the claim of self-defense, what Texas law actually says, and why these questions matter for families and communities. As always, we respect the court process. All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty, and nothing you hear tonight is legal advice.This is a sensitive topic, and we want to hear from you. Cases like this often go underreported, and too many young BLACK & BROWN people get caught up in a system that can fail them. Share this stream with someone who might benefit, and call in to add your voice. Call in at 605-562-0444 or 717-734-6904. Access ID is 5461150#. To enter the studio press 1#, and to join the conversation live press *2.Before we begin, a few quick data points to frame the conversation:

• In the United States, roughly 1.9 million people are incarcerated across prisons and jails (Bureau of Justice Statistics).
• Since 1989, more than 3,500 people have been exonerated, losing over 31,000 years to wrongful convictions (National Registry of Exonerations).
• Texas is consistently among the top states for exonerations, with hundreds cleared—many tied to faulty forensic practices and mistaken identifications.
• Black Americans are about 13% of the U.S. population but a disproportionate share of those incarcerated and exonerated; studies show they are several times more likely to be wrongfully convicted of serious crimes (BJS; National Registry of Exonerations).

Tonight, we’ll discuss the community impact, the law, and the facts as they are known. Let’s keep it respectful, evidence-based, and focused on solutions. Dwayne is here TO HELP US DO THAT—let’s get started.QUESTIONS WE WILL ATTEMPT TO ANSWER TONIGHT………..About the guest

• Dwayne, tell us a bit about your background and what drew you to community advocacy in Texas.
• What experiences shaped how you approach youth justice and public safety?
• How did you first become involved with this case?

Legal context and self-defense basics

• For educational purposes, what does Texas law generally say about self-defense and “stand your ground”?
• How do factors like provocation or unlawful possession of a weapon affect self-defense claims in Texas, in general?
• What should the public understand about the presumption of innocence and burden of proof?

Youth and the justice system

• Texas treats many 17-year-olds as adults in criminal court. What are the implications of that policy?
• What support do young defendants and their families often need but struggle to get?
• What reforms or resources would make the biggest difference for youth in crisis?

Due process and evidence

• Without discussing specifics, how should communities think about video evidence—what it shows, what it doesn’t, and why context matters?
• What does a gag order do, and how should supporters engage responsibly while one is in place?
• What are healthy ways for the public to follow a case without jeopardizing fairness?

Media, misinformation, and name confusion

• How has social media shaped public perception in cases like this?
• With the name confusion involving the NBA star, how