Just weeks after "secret" talks between the Federal Communications Commission, Google, Verizon and others broke down amidst the popular call for open proceedings on net neutrality, the Center for Media Justice, Free Press and Main Street Project are co-hosting the first public hearing on the Future of the Internet on Aug. 19 at 6 p.m at South High School, 3131 19th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN.
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On Race—In early 2009, the Center for Media Justice played a pivotal role in the organizing
efforts surrounding the police murder of Oscar Grant, a young black man on his way home from a New Year’s party in Oakland, California. Our communications team helped change the story with tested strategies and a new narrative on race.
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On Youth—You know the official story: Prisons are full of young people of color because they are violent, make poor choices and lack proper role models and stable families. Media coverage tells us our safety depends on getting “tough on crime.” To change the story on youth and race, CMJ is partnering with networks, alliances and groups working to bring accountability to the criminal justice system.
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