Activism, Bombings & 23 Years in Federal Prison | Laura Whitehorn
Locked In with Ian Bick
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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/
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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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