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Derecka Purnell Kicks Off “Freedom Talks” With Lecture on Abolition, Organizing

Derecka Purnell Kicks Off “Freedom Talks” With Lecture on Abolition, Organizing

Derecka Purnell, a human rights lawyer and author, spoke at the first installation of the “Freedom Talks” lecture series. She discussed police abolition, her personal experiences with police officers, and the role of relationships in organizing.
Willow Delp '26 Oct 12, 2023

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