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December 9 marks 30 years that Mumia Abu Jamal has spent behind bars for a crime many believe he did not commit. Over these 30 years, many people have become aware of the injustices in our prison system through Mumia’s case, his writings, and protests organized for his freedom.

Around the country, activists are organizing rallies and educational events in solidarity with Mumia on December 9. In Austin, Campaign to End the Death Penalty will present Mumia's case, and the we will hear Mumia's own words. Mumia is an noted journalist who has written several books, many articles, and hosts a radio show all from his cell. We will be playing his recordings at the teach-in as we think his voice is so powerful and should be broadcast. Mumia speaks on a wide range of topics, including the Occupy movement, so his voice is relevant to our current situation. This will be followed by an open discussion of the prison industrial complex, the politics of criminality, and the fight to free political prisoners and end the death penalty.