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Jaws of Justice Radio
It is the intention of Jaws of Justice Radio to investigate how to achieve justice in America, this includes issues of economic injustice, political injustice and the criminal justice system. We want to put a human face on those caught in the grasp of injustice and those that are part of an unjust system. We strive to dispel the misconceptions created by the news and entertainment industry, politicians and our educational system.
For our show on January 18, host Bev Livingston speaks with the NEW Executive Director, Mallory Rusch, and Christine Woody, Sr. Policy and Organizing Coordinator, of Empower Missouri (MO). Empower MO works to secure basic human needs and equal justice for every person in MO through coalition-building and advocacy so that MO residents all have food, shelter, and justice.
Host Bev Livingston will talk with Mallory and Christine about Empower MO’s mission and this year’s plans for social and criminal justice. Listeners will learn their plans to insure fairness on issues facing lawmakers, MO lawmakers returned to the Capitol in Jefferson City on January 6th with challenges posed by an ongoing pandemic that makes the Empower MO standing issues – housing, medical care and criminal justice among them – ripe for legislative action.
We voters are always interested in the actions of elected officials. Tune in to hear Mallory Rusch and Christine Woody of Empower MO tell us what they are doing for us and how we can help reach their goals for 2021 and beyond.
We hope you will listen.
We will play the weekly calendar in the middle of our hour.
“Justice will not be served until those who are unaffected are as outraged as those who are.”
Calendar for the week of Jan. 18th:
Please ensure necessary public health measures remain in place. See the FAQS at kcmo.gov.
- It’s MLK WEEK! You can join virtual MLK events found on Lawrenceprogressivecalendar.blogspot.com, greaterkcactivistcalendar on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
- Legal Aid of Western Missouri can provide free legal assistance to Jackson County homeowners pertaining to property and debt payment. In a year, there has been a 500% increase in the number of homeowners who were 90 days or more past due on their mortgages. Legal Aid of Western Missouri can provide free civil legal services to low-income and vulnerable people who live in Jackson CTY MO. Interested individuals can call 816-474-6750 to apply.
- For Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense virtual meetings this week, go to https://momsdemandaction.org/events/. All are welcome, mothers and others.
- THURS, Jan. 21st 1:00, EmpowerMO’s empowering you webinar is a virtual event on MO’s parole system. In November 2020, a federal judge ordered Missouri to overhaul its parole system. You can register for access at https://empowermissouri.org/events/missouris-parole-system/
- The KC chapter of Mothers in Charge Hope and Healing Support Group will be have a virtual meeting THURS, Jan 21st, from 5-7 PM at the Robert J Mohart Multipurpose Center, Suite 124 W, 3200 Wayne Ave, KCMO. This group is for people who have lost loved ones to murder and violence. Covid safety measures will be in place, RSVP at 816-912-2601 or email [email protected]
- Statewide MADP Monthly Meet-Up will begin FRI, Jan. 22nd, 12:30 PM. Missourians for Alternatives to the Death Penalty will host monthly meetings about capital punishment and the necessary action items to stop executions and abolish the death penalty in Missouri. For more information contact [email protected]
- A list of services, meals, and hot lines are available at blogspot.com. It is updated daily.
Thanks to all our listeners, stay close to your dial and stay well!
