Without accountability the very nature of what it means to preserve peace, justice and equality is called into question. It is a necessity for the people, for the community to hold the various police departments accountable since they have proved themselves incapable of doing so themselves.
Immortal Technique (Hip Hop Artist)
No one is safe when it comes to the terror tactics perpetrated by the police force on a national level. To some that statement may seem a bit harsh. However, a cursory glance at the historical context of the relationship between "The Police" and "The People" will make it plain. In fact, one doesn't really have to go back 500 years or even 40 years to see the excessive force, beatings, torture, false imprisonment, coercion and outright murder sponsored by those whose mission is supposed to be "to serve and protect".
On January 4, 2008, Tarika Wilson, 26, and her 1-year old son, Sincere Wilson were shot by SWAT Police in Lima, Ohio. The Police, who came to allegedly execute a drug warrant for Ms. Wilson's boyfriend, knew there were children in the house because of the toys in the yard, yet they still managed to shoot Tarika Wilson as she held her baby. Ms. Wilson, the mother of six children, ages 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8, was pronounced dead on the scene. One year old Sincere's arm was badly injured and at least one of his fingers was amputated as a result of his injuries. Cases like these have forced us to expose; as Brother Dhoruba would say, "the occupying militarized police and the armed counterinsurgency units masquerading as Street Crime Units, Anti-Gang Task Forces and Community Policing Units".
The People have become immune to the alarming number of murders committed by Police not only because they have been so frequent but, also because the actual aftermath of the murders have not been presented visually.
Why We Say FTP is a highly anticipated film written, produced and directed by Kalonji Changa and Vaunghn Saber. The Film sheds light on Police Terrorism, Political Prisoners as well as Cointelpro: past and present amongst other things. It brings life to the victims, of some you may have heard and others you may not. Why We Say FTP is not the typical "We hate the Police" film, but a film that from an intellectual perspective would even cause your Grandmother to say "I may not agree with the term FTP, but I understand why they use it".
Why We Say FTP is not just another run of the mill "conscious" documentary; it is a project that captures the heart and minds of everyday people. In the film you will find everyone from Freedom Fighters, Rappers and Politicians to the average Brother and Sister on the Block. The film's topics range from the CIA's role in pushing Cocaine into the streets, to the FBI's role in the East Coast-West Coast Black Panther riff and its relation to the so-called Tupac/Biggie conundrum. The goal of Why We Say FTP is not to capitalize off the suffering of the people, as so many so-called leaders do, but to educate and inspire on a mass level. Be on the look out for Why We Say FTP, coming soon on DVD.
For more information on Why We Say FTP go online to: www.myspace.com/ftpmovement
About the Producers:
Kalonji Changa is the Founder/National Chief Coordinator of the FTP Movement an Organization whose acronym stands for, amongst other things, Feed The People, Free The Prisoners and Fight The Power. Kalonji was also instrumental in the launching of the Cease Fire: Stop Police Terrorism Campaign. Cease Fire: Stop Police Terrorism is a National Crusade that amalgamated Community Organizers and the Hip Hop Community to tackle issues of Police Brutality. In addition to his effective organizing, Kalonji is also a talented revolutionary writer whose work has appeared in San Francisco Bay View, The Source and Frontline Magazine.
(http://www.kalonjichanga.com/)
Vaunghn Saber is a producer/director/videographer/video editor who has worked with several individuals and organizations in the Metro Atlanta area. Vaunghn Saber is well known for his involvement with the recording group The Liuns Den as a music producer and from his videography works on the Crew Love DVD series with founder Taj Anwar. His collaborative efforts with Kalonji Changa on Why We Say FTP was to bring awareness to the general public, young and old, that this is something that people are faced with each and every day around the world. The people need to be enlightened that this is not something that happens by accident. Police are violating the rights of the people and are getting away with absolute murder. This project is aimed at exposing the corrupt system that is supposed to protect and serve as well as inform the people of their rights and how to protect themselves when placed in a situation regarding an encounter with the police.
www.myspace.com/vaunghnsaber)
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