The Innocence Project is out with a new report that finds of the 240 inmates exonerated through DNA evidence, 40 percent have received no assistance. Of the 60 percent who have received compensation, only half received it under state compensation statutes. The rest had to file lawsuits or pursue special legislation. Eighty-one percent of exonerees who have received compensation through […]
Read morePresident Obama announced Tuesday night he is sending 30,000 more U.S. troops to Afghanistan to neutralize al-Qaeda and provide stability in the region. Peace Action, the nation’s largest peace group, expressed disappointment. “30,000 more troops in Afghanistan will fail to substantially increase security, to stop violent extremists and to make Americans safer. It’s time to transition from more military to […]
Read moreRemarks by the President in Address to the Nation on the Way Forward in Afghanistan and Pakistan Eisenhower Hall Theatre, United States Military Academy at West Point, West Point, New York 8:01 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Good evening. To the United States Corps of Cadets, to the men and women of our Armed Services, and to my fellow Americans: I […]
Read moreThe Georgia Peace and Justice Coalition will lead a rally today to protest sending more U.S. troops to Afghanistan. Protesters will gather at the corner of Moreland Avenue and Freedom Parkway from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Organizers are encouraging attendees to “bring signs, banners, drums, etc.” Organizers are also encouraging protests at other busy intersections around town.
Read more(APN) ATLANTA — Former Vice President Al Gore discussed climate change and his new book on Monday, November 23, 2009, during the 21st annual Eizenstat Family Memorial Lecture at the Ahavath Achim Synagogue in Buckhead. The Eizenstat lecture has hosted many influential national and international figures. Previously, in 2006, APN provided on-the-ground coverage of protests at the lecture by Paul […]
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