Tag Archives: Pardon

Kemba Smith Interview: Voting Rights Advocacy

Posted on May 10, 2013 by The Soul Brother

By Jenée Desmond-Harris In 1994 Kemba Smith was sentenced to 24 1/2 years in prison after she pleaded guilty to conspiracy in a cocaine ring. The story of the harsh punishment dealt to a minor player — who admitted to lying and … Continue reading →

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Scottsboro Boys pardoned: What other infamous civil rights cases are in need of closure?

Posted on April 8, 2013 by The Soul Brother
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Six Women Pardoned for Civil Rights-Era Arrests

Posted on July 7, 2011 by The Soul Brother

The women should not have been arrested. The pardon should have occurred at least 30 years ago. Six Women Pardoned for Civil Rights-Era Arrests.

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