The official statement made in Jasper is below. The eyes of the world are on Jasper, and we want to show that the hearts and spirits of Afrikan people around the world are with the family. To take a stand against white supremacy. To observe justice in this case. To encourage Black folks to organize themselves for self-defense against these attacks.
Statistics bear out that the death penalty has been disproportionately applied against Black people.
Though not asked we also prepared a statement, regarding Quannel X, the New Black Muslim Movement, and the New Black Panther Party.