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Every other Monday we'll discuss controversial topics with a mixture of opinion and legal facts, thus "The Law According to Amber". Be sure to give me a follow on Facebook and Instagram @TheLawAccordingToAmber
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This episode I’m breaking down the latest bills in the TN State legislature and how they will negatively affect Tennesseans. I also lay out the rights folks have to bail access and how important it is to defeat these bills. You can take action by calling state representatives and telling them to vote no on HB 1719 and 1718 using this link: bit.ly/handsoffbail
This episode I'm breaking down the history of the Iraeli occupation of Palestine and why the Black Freedom Struggle and Palestinian Freedom Struggle are so intertwined. I hope this helps folks understand what's happening in Palestine and why I stand with the Palestinian people. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram for more content @TheLawAccordingToAmber
The people's convention is happening this weekend in Memphis and I spoke with Pastor Earle Fisher, CEO of Up The Vote 901, about the history of the people's convention in Memphis. We discussed how folks can get involved and the impact they're hoping to make this weekend. Tune in and tap in this weekend if you're in Memphis. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @Thelawaccordingtoamber for more content!
This episode I’m recapping my experience at the Atlanta City Council meeting this past Monday. I talk about the intimidation tactics of the state and the next steps in the fight to #StopCopCity To stay connected be sure to follow me on Facebook and Instagram, same name @thelawaccordingtoamber.
This episode I'll be diviing into the history of consent decrees in Memphis, if having the DOJ establish one is worth, and the ordinances that have taken affect in Memphis. For more content be sure to follow me on Facebook and Instagram @TheLawAccordingtoAmber
This week I'll give y'all all the tea on what happened at the last City Council meeting with the ordinances we were supporting and we'll be diving into the Memphis Police Departments latest tactic to target youth in the city. You can follow me for more content on Facebook and Instagram @Thelawaccordingtoamber
This episode I'm discussing all the shenanigans happening in the Memphis City Council right now as they back pedal on support for the police reform ordinances the community has rallied for. I'll also discuss next steps for the ordinances we're opposing, the recently announced budget suggestions, and how the members of the city council keeps playing in our faces. You can follow me on Twitter @Amberisms_ for real time updates and Facebook and Instagram at "The Law According to Amber" for more content.
In this episode we're talking about the police reform ordinances just passed through the Memphis City Council, the next steps for the ordinances that haven't passed, and the scathing Washington Post article that dropped about the Memphis Police Academy relaxing standards.Articles referenced: https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2023/03/12/memphis-police-academy-tyre-nichols/You can follow me on Facebook and Instagram @TheLawAccordingtoAmber for updates on content, articles, etc.
This Monday we're discussing the #StopCopCity Movement with Curtis Duncan of Community Movement Builders. CMB is one of the main organizations doing organzing work in ATL along with several other community orgs. We talk about what exactly Cop City is, how folks are being charged with Domestic Terrorism in Atlanta, and how you can support and join the movement. You can follow Curtis on Twitter @Curtislduncan for updates as well. Links for more info:Defendtheatlantaforest.comCommunitymovementbuilders.orgGrassrootsthinking.com
So I know it's Friday, not Monday, but we secured a meeting with the Mayor of Memphis Jim Strickland and I felt that deserved a special edition episode. We met with the Mayor to discuss our demands for Tyre Nichols and the Chief of Police CJ Davis showed up too (huge surprise) so one of my organizing homies LJ and I are going to breakdown how the meeting came to be, what happened during the meeting, and what we're expecting moving forward.
On today's episode I'll be breaking down the activism and organizing that's taken place so far to get Justice For Tyre, how I found out about it, and what the demands are from the family and the memphis community. I start from Janury 7th to today chrnologically going through every action, press conference, and protest breaking down the progress we've made so far to get #JusticeforTyre.Links mentioned in this episode:Official BLM Memphis Bail Fund -bit.ly/OBLMMemphisDonateSocial Media Accounts to find real time updates - Twitter:@Amberisms_@blm_memphis@decarceratememIG:@aisforafro@official_blm_memphis@_decarceratememphis_Facebook:Amber ShermanThe Official BLM Memphis Chapter Decarcerate Memphis
With a new year comes new laws going into effect. I'll be breaking down every new law going into effect in Tennessee and of course adding my own perspective. Don't forget to follow me on Facebook and Instagram @TheLawAccordingToAmber
No forreal, removing the "Slavery Exception Clause" is on the ballot this November and I'll be discussing exactly what is and explaining what tennesseans can expect to see on their ballot on November 8th! Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @TheLawAccordingToAmber for more content
Continuing with the dating series, this episode I discuss ways that y'all be fumbling the bag in dating, where I meet men, and some important safety tips. Be sure to follow me on Facebook and Instagram at The Law According to Amber
We're starting off the Season 3 Premiere talking about a subject I get asked about often, my dating style. Tune in to hear me give out some dating tips, discuss autonomy, and my opinion on Roe v. Wade being overturned. This episode is part one of a four part series.
This week we're talking all things re-distrcting! Maps are being drawn and votes are underway here locally and statewide so I felt it was important to explain what re-distrcting is and how that process looks in Shelby County. Feel free to give me a follow on Facebook and Instagram @TheLawAccordingToAmber and like I said in the pod I'll post the maps and updates on votes on my socials.
This episode I'm speaking with Holli Holliday, President of Sisters Lead Sisters Vote about anti-racism practices within top Democratic organizations, Black representation, and how we can shake up our current political atmosphere. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @TheLawAccordingToAmber for more content!
In this episode I discuss the politics around fat bodies and body dysmorphia. This episode was live recorded on the Clubhouse app and features commentary from members of the audience on the topic. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @TheLawAccordingToAmber for future episodes
In this episode I give an update on the Grand Juror who filed a motion to break the seal of secrecy on the grand jury proceedings for the Breonna Taylor case. I also give an update on other cases of domestic terrorism in this country and some action steps to continue holding our government accountable. Check out InvestDivest.org and JusticeforBreonna.org to stay informed and get involved. Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @Thelawaccordingtoamber
This week we're discussing the Grand Jury decision in the Breonna Taylor case, the motion filed by the grand juror, the Attorney general's response, and the social justice movement in general. Check out InvestDivest.org and JusticeForBreonna.org to stay informed and get involved.As always be sure to give me a follow on Facebook and Instagram @TheLawAccordingToAmber
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