The Case for Asylum in These Less Than United States
(Common Dreams) In late March, I sat in the gallery of the Supreme Court for the first time in my life. Throughout my 30 years of grassroots anti-poverty work, I’ve joined countless protests and vigils outside the Court. In 2018, I was even arrested and held in detention for praying on its palatial steps.
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Almost exactly two years ago, Springfield, Illinois, lost Sonya Massey to police violence. Sonya was a 36-year old Black woman who called 911 because she believed someone was outside her home. When the police arrived, their encounter escalated inside her kitchen. After she apologized and attempted to move away, one of the deputies shot and killed her at close range. The killing shocked the community, sparking protests, calls for police accountability and uniting people across Springfield and beyond.
For Tiara Standage, a single mom and harm reduction specialist, this moment was a turning point: “Sonya changed my life forever. Through the pain of losing her, I found my voice as an organizer, an activist, and a community leader. I wish she were still here, but I am committed to making sure her name is never forgotten and that her legacy continues to push us toward justice, accountability, and meaningful change. Rest in power, Sonya. We still say your name, and we still carry your fight.”
On July 18, Sonya’s memory and legacy will be lifted up during Springfield’s Survival Revival: Surviving Springfield, Reviving Resistance and Rebuilding Power. Alongside a resource fair, free food, face painting, music and more, the program will feature content on police reform, public advocacy and mutual aid efforts.
Together, we will survive, revive our resistance, and rebuild our power.
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