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(DIR) Post #ARDD3W9SMJ0xqzHAHo by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-01-01T21:46:58Z
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@stux Thanks for the laugh.
(DIR) Post #ARDDuRwUjqkm9CS9js by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-01-01T21:56:32Z
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@Rasp How did you get inside of my mind? đź‘Ź
(DIR) Post #AXl8abHYVt2ja8h9f6 by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-07-16T05:05:20Z
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@Radical_EgoCom "It's almost as if"??No, it is and has been.
(DIR) Post #AY9hxgfxGKjdg9Om5w by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-07-28T14:19:00Z
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@stux Amazing. When the movies over, Let me know 'who done it'.
(DIR) Post #AYeximESiZhUWKZjfs by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2022-12-21T03:23:30Z
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"Ridge Home for Mental Defectives"[⚠️ CW: Historically, the treatment of people with invisible disabilities by institutions, policies and society, has often been inhumane. Examples cited in this piece, though not gory, may be unsettling to some.] "Ridge Home for Mental Defectives – Are You a Mental Defective?":Do I belong in a cage because I have invisible disabilities (IDs)? Should I be abused under the guise of “caretaking" that I do not require? Should I be jailed, even if I did not commit a crime, soley because I live with #TBI, am #ActuallyAutistic and have other #InvisibleDisabilities. Do I belong locked away from sunshine and society? Am I mentally incompetent or a “Mental Defective”? That’s exactly what so many others with invisible disabilities were categorized as, and subjected to, in a part of Colorado's dark history.“The Ridge State Home and Training Center for Mental Defectives ”, and some state laws that still existed in just the last decade, are only two examples of some of the barbaric practices. Some of the articles linked below even demonstrate #stigmatude with use of words like “inmates" and the mental “R" slur. People with downs syndrome are not the “R" word and those with invisible disabilities and mental health chalenges, are not defectictives.Did you know, if you were having a mental health crisis, that you could be jailed in Colorado if there was no room in medical facilities? That law was recently changed and funding from cannabis tax revenues was redirected for that purpose but, in some places, it still occurs. Colorado law gives officials 28 days to get people with such experience proper treatment and placement but, in some cases people with invisible disabilities spent six months incarcerated without even an evaluation. Is it any wonder that many do not want to ask for help?So, what about the home for “Mental Defectives ”? My blood boils and I cringe everytime I hear that name… “Mental Defective", as if we are a broken toy or a factory second. We are people with health issues just like someone with cancer or diabetes. What if your loved one was locked away because they had #covid?In 1909, Colorado chose 310 acres just west of Arvada to establish the “Ridge State Home and Training Center for Mental Defectives”. The wording in the “Golden History” link below refers to residents as “inmates" and cites the first such “inmate” arrived in July, 1912. By 1936, the Ridge Home’s capacity of 300 was already at 260 people with IDs, many of which, were “exiled” and abandoned by their own families. I will surely expend my generous character limit if I give all of my thoughts, so I will give just a few of the low-lights.The 1937 newspaper headline in the image below claimed that “Everyone”s Happy at Ridge Home for Mental Defectives". This propaganda is easily refuted by many accounts of actual occurrences at Colorado’s “prison” for people with ID and Mental Illnesses. Aside from residents being forced to work on the “Ridge farm”, other abuses and atrocities were common. One employee was charged with crimes of abuse against multiple residents after he bragged about his deplorable actions to friends. The only means of release was by transfer to relative’s homes, to the so called “asylum” in Pueblo or death.In the 1940s, the facility practiced “forced sterilization” of people with invisible disabilities, which some feel was a  attempt at a form of genocide.In the 50s, stories of underfunding, overcrowding and abuse began to surface. One administrator was quoted in a news article saying that many held captive in “Ridge” were “much too competent” to be in the home but, laws and family abandonment kept them there.In the 1970s, fire safety issues, cracked walls and foundation caused part of the facility to be closed by order of the state. There were no proper fire exit routes, and not even a single fire escape. In the 80s reports of neglect allegedly due to funding and staffing problems came to light.As recently as the 1980s, “time outs” for those with behavioral issues resulted in some being put in cages. One report cites a child was caged for nine month with only a bucket and a mattress. Others were said to be packed in wet sheets and ice for acting up. Does that sound like treatment that will improve mental health, or torture that would make matters worse?From Denver ABC 7:“They were so mistreated. It just wasn’t right,” said Rhonda Sherill, who said she worked at Ridge in the 1980s. “Some of them would be put in what they call time out, which was basically a cage they would put him in until they weren’t combative.”Eventually, this “section of hell" disguised as a medical facility was closed and sat abandon for years. Now, mostly demolished, “Ridge Home and Training Center for Mental Defectives” is the site of apartments and shops.I personally would rather be homeless and not shop than to step one foot on those grounds. One can only imagine the horrors that these individuals must have lived but, one thing is apparent: Everyone was not happy at "Ridge Home for Mental Defectives."Sadly, despite these changes, there is still much work to be done in bringing people living with invisible disabilities and mental illness “out of exile".OutOfExile_IDR © 2022https://www.denver7.com/news/local-news/memories-remain-of-abandoned-state-hospital-that-spawned-eerie-storieshttps://history.denverlibrary.org/news/spooky-history-arvadas-ridge-homehttps://disabilitylawco.org/mental-illness-protection-and-advocacy-programhttps://www.mentalhealthcolorado.org/colorado-jails-wont-used-hold-mentally-ill/https://www.asylumprojects.org/index.php?title=State_Home_and_Training_School_for_Mental_DefectivesGolden History - 303-278-3557:  https://www.goldenhistory.org/places/ridge-home/Pictures:http://www.coloradoaerialphoto.com/pow.cgi?POW_ID=63#stigmatude #MentalHealth #MedicalIndustry #abuse #advocacy #disabilities #InvisibleDisability #colorado #InvisibleDisabilityRights #evil #DarkHistory #DownSyndrome #MentalDefectives #BrainInjury #HashtagsNobodyWillEverSearch
(DIR) Post #AZIVccJENVVgknas40 by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-08-31T17:59:00Z
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US Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra said the agency has recommended that marijuana be changed from a "Schedule I" to a "Schedule III". This would ease restrictions and reduce or eliminate criminal penalties associated with marijuana. It also opens the door potential legalization by states that prohibit it.What's the difference?Schedule I drugs – "have NO CURRENTLY ACCEPTED MEDICAL USE in the United States, a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision, and a high potential for abuse."Schedule III drugs – “have a potential for abuse less than substances in Schedules I or II and abuse may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence.”https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/hhs-official-calls-move-marijuana-lower-risk-drug-category-bloomberg-news-2023-08-30/Medical use? (Repost)https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/109645282996256325#NaturesPharmaceutical #cannabis #neuroprotectant #antioxidant #disability #mmj
(DIR) Post #AZhtIjGFqM9kVmB8jo by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-09-12T23:58:27Z
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@twizzt So hard to choose but, I went whatl and I'm feeling. BTW – your photos are the insect's meow
(DIR) Post #AZi1hW4IpX9eT3v1Rg by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-09-13T01:32:37Z
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@twizzt So, is it Alice, Metallica or combination of both?
(DIR) Post #AZi36hx7sjZ4WI8cng by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-09-13T01:48:22Z
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@twizzt Excellent choice. Enjoy.
(DIR) Post #Aa4cNJGKCSPjCKxGwC by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-09-23T23:01:50Z
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If one breaks one's leg, they may have trouble walking. Patience and understanding are key. The same is true for the brain and communication.OutOfExile_IDR 2022Not all disabilities are alike and not all disabilities are visible.(Happy now?)#disability #invisibledisability #understanding #accommodation #invisibledisabilityrights
(DIR) Post #Aa6F6iCUJmiozQCGNE by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-09-24T17:55:45Z
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@stux Legendary!
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2023-09-27T00:31:43Z
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"Killed by Police Over Eight Dollars – Ethan Saylor's Story"⚠️ CW: Disability and Police Violence (The details may be disturbing to some)On January 12, 2013, 26-year-old Ethan Saylor of New Market Maryland, went to the movies to see "Zero Dark Thirty" for the second time. After the movie, his caregiver went to bring her car to the front of the theater while Ethan waited inside. Being his favorite movie, Ethan snuck back in to watch the movie again while she was gone. The theater manager told him that, he would have to buy a ticket or leave but, he refused. Ethan had Down Syndrome and did not understand, nor did he handle money. Not disturbing anyone, he was watching the movie, when the theater manager summoned mall security to have Ethan removed. His caregiver returned, pleading with the manager and one of the deputies attempting to de-escalate the interaction. She begged with them not to touch him and requested to speak to him. She was ignored and not allowed to go to Ethan. The mall security guards that responded were actually off-duty Frederick County Maryland deputies, moonlighting as security guards. When one of them told Ethan that he had to leave, Ethan again refused and began to swear in protest. Two other moonlighting deputies came to "assist" in removing Ethan from the theater. The three veteran officers, Lt. Scott Jewell, Sgt. Rich Rochford, and Deputy James Harris, forcibly pulled Ethan out of his seat and tried to handcuff him. A struggle ensued and Ethan was taken to the ground by the three deputies. With Ethan on his stomach, at least one eyewitness account cited that one officer had his knee pressing on the man's back. It also stated that Ethan was heard crying out, "MOMMY, IT HURT!". At this point, I have to ask the question if these men were stupid or just callously evil as I wipe the tears from my eyes. Obviously, that question is rhetorical. It should have been plainly obvious that Ethan Saylor was, as some laws word it, a "vulnerable adult" with disabilities.A few months later, a Frederick News Post story stated:“Saylor cursed and resisted the deputies, and he was briefly handcuffed with three sets of cuffs linked together, according to the sheriff’s office. Saylor ended up on the floor during the struggle and had a medical emergency. He was taken to Frederick Memorial Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, the sheriff’s office said.” The Frederick County Sheriff's office investigated and later released Maryland Atty. Gen.'s report said in part:"The opinion of the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner was that a 25 year old Caucasian male ROBERT ETHAN SAYLOR, died of ASPHYXIA. Down’s Syndrome, Obesity, Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease, and Accessory Conduction Pathways of Heart, are also significant conditions…This individual was already compromised by his Down’s Syndrome, obesity, body habitus, and heart disease, making him more susceptible to sudden death in stressful conditions which would compromise his breathing. Using the medical definition of homicide (but for the actions of other individuals Mr. Saylor would not have died), the manner of death is best certified as HOMICIDE".In April, another news source reported about injuries to Ethan's face and cartilage in his neck, "which has yet to be explained":“The autopsy revealed Saylor had bruises and abrasions on his face and body. And another injury: a fracture to cartilage in Saylor’s throat. Experts say it’s an unusual injury to see in a choking case. A forensic pathologist not familiar with case [SIC] says the injury happens from some kind of force... It can be seen in a manual strangulation, ” says Dr. John Hunsaker, a forensic pathologist and expert witness. “But in and of itself, one would be difficult to diagnose without more information. And it can occur as a result of a direct blow.”The use of three sets of handcuffs is a tactic referred to as "hog-tying", in which the ankles and wrists are restrained and connected to each other with the third. In 1995, the US DOJ (Department of Justice), warned police departments that people may die when using this hog-tying method, yet there are still many that employ this technique of restraint. To be clear in regard to the sheriff's worded claim of a "medical emergency", Ethan's larynx was crushed and at least one of the sources below use the words "broken bones" in his neck. Despite the homicide ruling, 17 eyewitness account statements and Dr. Hunsaker's statements, a Maryland grand jury refused to indict the deputies for the murder of Ethan Saylor. One of the officers, Sgt. Rich Rochford, was later "quietly hired" by Frederick city Police Department, despite his involvement in the incident.It seems I write about these horrific instances of police violence against people with invisible disabilities all the time. It's certainly not because I enjoy them, and it is very emotionally taxing to do so. The fact is, situations like this occur so regularly, there's too many stories to ignore. 50% of people killed by police in the US have a disability and unfortunately, many people never hear about, or care about stories like this. Many seem too busy fighting about colors or wooden hammers. How many of you have heard of Ethan Saylor, Christian Glass or Elijah McClain. I feel that telling their stories to wake people up, is the first step in inspiring them to stand against these recurring injustices facing the invisibly disabled community. Ethan is just another tragic example of the senseless, hateful authoritarian murders of otherwise innocent people. He was killed over an eight dollar movie theater ticket, to put things in perspective. This is one of the main reasons I do what I do, and the support for the cause of people with invisible disabilities is very much appreciated.The Preventable Death of Ethan Saylor – "Psychology Today": https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/incompetence/201311/the-preventable-death-ethan-saylorMaryland Grand Jury Refuses To Indict Deputies: https://thesource.com/2014/12/08/md-grand-jury-refuses-indictment-of-cop-who-killed-man-with-down-syndrome-who-wouldnt-leave-movie/The Trouble with the Robert Ethan Saylor Case: https://www.truthdig.com/articles/the-trouble-with-the-robert-ethan-saylor-case/Frederick city Maryland police quietly hired cop who killed Ethan Saylor over a movie ticket: https://thefreethoughtproject.com/police-brutality-cop-watch/cop-who-killed-man-with-down-syndrome-over-movie-ticket-quietly-hired-at-neighboring-deptDeputies Want Lawsuit Dismissed in the Death of a Man in Custody: https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/local/deputies-want-lawsuit-dismissed-after-man-dies-in-custody/359608620The Road We've Shared: https://theroadweveshared.com/justice-for-ethan/a-brief-summary-of-the-storySister of a Man Who Died in Police Custody Continues to Fight for Justice: https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/justice-for-ethan-sister-of-disabled-man-who-died-in-police-custody-continues-fight-for-independent-investigation/#Disability #DownSyndrome #ICantBreathe #ImJustDifferent #PoliceViolence #NoJusticeNoPeace #StopKillingUs #acab #EndAbleism #SpeakUp@disabilityjustice @disability
(DIR) Post #AaB8ougbWuFEZBDG3U by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-09-27T02:38:30Z
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Stigmatude: The attitude personified by lack of understanding and acceptance of people living with invisible disabilities and mental illness, that ableists and many others perpetuate. –OutOfExile_IDRDisabled people are real... Real cool. "Mr. Cool" – David Pate-150 on tik-tok is living proof.Dude's a rockstar!!Let's remove the stigmatude for all.Check out David's moves:https://www.tiktok.com/@davidpate150/video/7003031054193888517?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7283306450617124394David's page:https://www.tiktok.com/@davidpate150Link to the video below:https://www.tiktok.com/@davidpate150/video/7003038880047844613?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7283306450617124394 Thanks to @Yak for posting this video and for his support of the disability community. Thanks to all of you as well.#Disability #DownSyndrome #EndAbleism #equality & #Love4All #IDR is #InvisibleDisabilityRights@disability
(DIR) Post #AaHaV87hpAsI790Ipk by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-08-01T01:39:11Z
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Disability ID and Disability Deaths – How Police Killed Elijah McClain (1of2)CONTENT WARNING (CW): The details and linked videos of this event may be disturbing to some. Image-eye contact.Even with the positives disability designator IDs might bring, it's unlikely a card will prevent authorities from abusing and killing people with invisible disabilities. Aside from a change in attitudes, there are still far too many, long-overdue reforms needed. Many instances of police induced death involving the disabled, including people with autism, brain injury, and hearing impairments, were blamed on the victim. Most were, in fact, a direct result of: Ablest attitudes (ignorance), use of excessive force, and unacceptable treatment attributed to inadequate training. Utilizing invisible disabilities to scapegoat victims and bury the case, is another tactic often employed but, "inadequate training", is not what has killed so many people with disabilities. Mentioned in part three of this piece, the history of one particular force, is a prime demonstration of a "pattern and practice", that has destroyed lives and families of people with invisible disabilities. According to other investigations, Aurora Colorado's pattern of policing, has raised concerns of implicit bias towards the disabled, POC and other marginalized people. Perhaps, one of the most famous examples from that city, is the death of a 23-year-old black man with autism and anemia, Elijah McClain. That case, sparked outrage from both the disabled and black communities, and with the first of three homicide trials set to begin in August, now is not the time to forget what happened to Elijah. The demeaning and despicable treatment he was subjected to, is not uncommon in "policing" of the disabled.August 24, 2019: Elijah McClain, a massage therapist, violinist and "gentle soul", was walking home from a convenience store not, far from his home. Because of his anemia, which often made him feel cold, he was known to wear a ski mask. On his way home, someone in a house he passed called police to report an unarmed, "sketchy" individual. Minutes Later, Aurora PD's Nathan Woodyard saw Elijah walking to his home and stopped. Within 9 sec. of exiting his car, Woodyard had his hands on Elijah McClain. Just seconds later, officers Randy Roedema and Jason Rosenblatt showed up, also engaging with Elisha. As he explained he was an "introvert" and was "just walking home", one of the officers responded, "Relax, or I'm going to have to change this situation".The officers had McClain against the wall before taking the five feet seven, 143 lb man to the ground. One of their body cameras was detached and landed in the grass, capturing an officer slowly walking out of view. With Elijah and police no longer being filmed clearly, one officer can be heard claiming, "he just grabbed your gun dude". Within four seconds of the allegation, Elijah can be heard choking as a result of police applying the carotid restraint, restricting his airflow. FOUR SECONDS?! One of the officers later told investigators that McClain "briefly" fell unconscious and the officers released their grasp on his neck. The chokehold was implemented only one min. and four sec. after the first officer exited his vehicle. The three officers involved, Woodyard, Rosenblatt and Roedema, all claimed their body cameras "fell off " in the "struggle" with this small statured young man.The video footage is very difficult to listen to. Elijah McClain can be heard gasping as he pleads with officers to stop, saying, "I can't breathe". Elijah continues to plead, saying his name and that he was "just going home". Through his sobs, came the words myself and many others with invisible disabilities, will never forget. "I'm just different. I'm just different, that's all". It's hard to hear the police on the audio of one body cam but, Elijah's words are clear… "I'm so sorry. I have no gun. I don't do that stuff. I don't do any fighting. Why are you attacking me?". As officers ignore his pleas, they seem to spin tales of their "struggle" with a 143 pound person. One repeated the accusation that McClain tried to grab officer Roedema's gun, and that they "had" to use the carotid hold.About six minutes after the initial contact by police, Elijah McClain can be heard vomiting for the first time. One of the officers commands him to "STOP" to which McClain apologized saying, "I'm sorry. I wasn't trying to do that. I just can't breathe correctly". In the next few minutes, McClain gets sick "a few more times" while officers held him facedown on the ground, telling him repeatedly to stop resisting. Reports say he was also handcuffed and still wearing the ski mask when he was sick, and as a result, was struggling to breathe. He may have been trying to roll on his side or remove the mask to breathe better, as police seemed to be acting out a show of "resisting arrest" for the body cam audio.Police can be heard threatening him, "Don't get up. It's not gonna be good for you, I'm telling you right now". Another officer standing over him said "You keep messin' around, I'm unna bring my dog out here", saying he would let the dog attack Elijah. Approximately 11 minutes after the initial contact by officer Woodyard, the cameras capture police saying, "When the ambulance gets here, were gonna go ahead and give him some ketamine". This is also when they claimed "whatever he's on, he has incredible strength." Another concurs "yeah, crazy strength". It's alarming that police and individuals of such character, have authority to mandate the administering of this powerful sedative.The timing of the accusation that Elijah McClain attempted to grab the firearm, only seconds after body cams were removed, is highly suspect. Again, McClain was 143 lbs, being held by three much larger men. While one of the officer's body cam was still attached, another can be heard telling him to "move" his camera. I don't believe the body cams dislodged, and firmly believe these accused murderers doffed them. The Maclean's attorney said police intentionally removed their body cameras "to support a false allegation that McClain reached for a gun". Though it is not clear on the video, there is absolutely, no doubt in my mind. The same is true, regarding their claims for body cam audio that Elijah was "struggling". If he was struggling, it was likely for air and survival.The report from paramedics, Jeremy Cooper and Peter Cichuniec claimed that when they arrived, Elijah was displaying signs of "excited delirium". The snap "diagnosis" was made, despite never touching, talking to, or checking Maclean's vitals. Were these paramedics scapegoating in an effort to protect their fellow first responders? After incorrectly estimating his weight, the paramedics administered 500 mg of ketamine to McClain, a dosage for someone nearly 60 to 70 pounds larger. For those who believe in forcibly drugging people, the proper ketamine dosage for Elijah's weight, is about 325 mg. Approximately 23 minutes after Nathan Woodyard stopped "to talk" to McClain, the officers responsible were informed, Elijah, had no pulse. Less than a week later, he was declared brain-dead on August 27, 2019, and died, three days later on the 30th.According to cpr.org–CPR news: "After McClain’s death, Dr. Stephen Cina, a contractor forensic pathologist for Adams County, completed the autopsy on Sept. 3, 2019. There were two Aurora police officers and two representatives from the Adams County District Attorney’s office in attendance". I'd be interested to hear that conversation, considering the findings of the autopsy. The Adams County corner ruled the cause of death as "undetermined" saying that, "a therapeutic amount" of ketamine was found in Maclean's system. The report, reeking of scapegoating, speculated about drug use and undiagnosed mental illness, while seeming to conclude nothing but suppositional "ifs".Excerpt from Dr. Cina's report: "The manner of death may be accident if it was an idiosyncratic drug reaction,” . “It may be natural if (McClain) had an undiagnosed mental illness that led to excited delirium, if his intense physical exertion combined with a narrow coronary artery led to an arrhythmia, if he had an asthma attack, or if he aspirated vomit while restrained."... "It may be a homicide if the actions of officers led to his death (eg. carotid control hold…)”.That's a lot of "Ifs". I can't help but wonder "IF", the presence of officers and DA personnel "may" have influence the doctors findings. In conjunction with the corners "undetermined" autopsy determination, Adams County DA Dave Young said, he would not bring charges against the officers. This seeming manipulation of justice, by those who controlled it, was met with outrage. Another slap in the face, illuminating the culture of APD, occurred in October 2019, less than two months after Elijah's death. Several other officers returned to the scene, taking pictures while they joyfully reenacted the cardioid hold, used on McClain. In July, 2020, after the photos were made public, three officers were fired and one resigned. It's remarkable that they were fired for mocking and taking pictures, while the officers that killed Elijah were still patrolling the streets. The shouts of "Justice for Elijah", became louder as it seemed this heinous police action was being ignored. Once again, protesters took to the streets.Protests, investigation, Arrests and Trials. Conclusion – "Justice for Elijah" below.OutOfExile_IDR © 2023#Justice4Elijah #ActuallyAutistic #BLM #InvisibleDisabilityRights #EndAbleism #POC #EndRacism #change #disability #accommodation #understanding #DisabilityCommunity #SpeakUp4Change #DisabilitySolidarity #MentalHealth #DisabilityRights #dignity #SocialJustice #EndBigotry #PoliceViolence #NoJusticeNoPeace #StopKillingUs #ICantBreathe #TearDownTheWall @disabilityjustice @disability @actuallyautistics
(DIR) Post #AaHaVA74QVYSHkip7Y by OutOfExile_IDR_Voice@kolektiva.social
2023-08-05T01:00:51Z
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Remembering Elijah."Thousands Call for Justice For Elijah McClain In a Day of Music and Marching":https://www.cpr.org/2020/06/27/music-and-marches-to-honor-elijah-mcclain-and-call-for-reforms/Click here 🧠here for his story.#Justice4Elijah #BLM #EndAbleism #EndRacism #SocialJustice #EndBigotry #NoJusticeNoPeace #StopKillingUs #ICantBreathe #InvisibleDisabilityRights #JusticeForElijahMcClain@disabilityjustice @disability @actuallyautistics
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2023-08-01T01:40:06Z
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"Disability ID and Disability Deaths" Conclusion: "Justice for Elijah McClain" (2 of 2)CONTENT WARNING (CW): the details and videos of this event may be disturbing to some. The winds of change began to blow in the summer of 2020. A change.org petition compiled over 2 million signatures, seeking justice for Elijah McClain. On June 10, 2020, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis told the public, Atty Gen Phil Weiser would be investigating the death of McClain. Also that June, protesters shut down a section of Interstate 225, demanding accountability for his death. In the series of peaceful demonstrations, protesters were also targeted by police. During those protests, when heavily militarized police arrived, the legendary chant began, "WHY ARE YOU IN RIOT GEAR! WE DON'T SEE NO RIOT HERE". Finally, there was momentum in the battle for some form of justice. In September, 2021, over two years after the crime, a 32 count grand jury indictment charged the five first responders for their actions. The forensic pathologist who was part of the grand jury investigation, concluded the cause of death was "homicide". The individuals named in the grand jury indictment were: officers Randy Roedema, Nathan Woodyard, Jason Rosenblatt, and paramedics Jeremy Cooper and Peter Cichuniec. All five were charged with "Manslaughter" and "Criminally negligent homicide" among other charges. Roedema, Rosenblatt and both EMTs were additionally charged with "Second-degree assault" and "Crime of violence". The trial of officers Randy Roedema and Jason Rosenblatt, being tried together, was scheduled to start on July 10 but, was postponed, with no new date set at that time. The indictment was followed by a series of other events. In September 2022, well after the grand jury indictment, Adams County announced, the original 2019 autopsy report had been amended. It now stated the means as "COMPLICATIONS OF KETAMINE ADMINISTRATION FOLLOWING FORCIBLE RESTRAINT". However, the cause of death was still listed as "UNDETERMINED", rather than "homicide". Interestingly enough, in November 2021, the city of Aurora agreed to pay the family of Elijah McClain, $15 million to settle a federal civil rights action.Next week, the first of the three trials is set to begin, as paramedics Cooper and Cichuniec have a court date on August 7. Nathan Woodyard, the first Aurora officer on the scene, will stand trial alone beginning on September 18. The judge that pushed back the Roedema and Rosenblatt case, expressed hopes for a rescheduling by October. Four years will have elapsed since Elijah McClain's death, before any proceedings against police will begin. That fact alone underscores other findings of "implicit bias" in regard to racial and disability justice. Unfortunately, that problem is not limited to Colorado.It's reported that over 1100 people were killed by police in 2022, other reports say, "half of people killed by police have a disability". It seems to be a dangerous time if someone decides another is different, especially if that someone has authority. People with disabilities are not a "new thing", and represent about 26% of the US population. Why should it be necessary to teach those sworn to "serve and protect", basics like: understanding, accommodation, proper communication, and preservation of dignity, when it comes to invisible disability? Can things like human decency, actually be taught with "adequate training"? Considering Elijah and the story of Christian Glass, is it any wonder many individuals with invisible disabilities, are afraid to call police for help? How many such crimes are covered up or not reported? Will an ID card really change anything? More importantly, why did so many have to suffer, before anyone heard them call... "I'm just different. I'm just different, that's all".OutOfExile_IDR © 2023Elijah McClain's last words: CW "I can't breathe. I have my ID right here. My name is Elijah McClain. That's my house. I was just going home. I'm an introvert. I'm just different. That's all. I'm so sorry. I have no gun. I don't do that stuff. I don't do any fighting. Why are you attacking me? I don't even kill flies! I don't eat meat! But I don't judge people, I don't judge people who do eat meat. Forgive me. All I was trying to do was become better. I will do it. I will do anything. Sacrifice my identity, I'll do it. You all are phenomenal. You are beautiful and I love you. Try to forgive me. I'm a mood Gemini. I'm sorry. I'm so sorry. Ow, that really hurt! You are all very strong. Teamwork makes the dream work. [after vomiting] Oh, I'm sorry, I wasn't trying to do that. I just can't breathe correctly."PART ONE: https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110710011783405013PART TWO: https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110732685184804207PART THREE; https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110738275935209052PART FOUR – Christian Glass: https://kolektiva.social/@OutOfExile_IDR_Voice/110755046372094242Half of People Killed by Police Have a Disability: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/half-people-killed-police-suffer-mental-disability-report-n538371Six minute video analysis of Elijah McClain's: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGlHMZQtO7UFull 3 hour video including multiple officers body cam footage and Elijah McClain's mother attempting to get answers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5NcyePEOJ8Adams County Sheriff – no charges in the death of Elijah McClain: https://kdvr.com/news/problem-solvers/elijah-mcclain-indictments-why-colorado-ag-filed-charges-when-adams-da-didnt/?ipid=promo-link-block2Adams County coroner amendments autopsy report: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6WPP3-8AwU includes video of the incidentTimeline, analysis of body cam footage in Elijah McClain case: https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/elijah-mcclain/elijah-mcclain-body-camera-video-analysis-timeline/73-68537e78-add9-4e66-97c6-a22c080b1e1ePolice mock the death of Elijah McClain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=giOB3LJj_g0Accused killers plead not guilty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUU-xE-uouQProtesters targeted: https://www.thecut.com/2021/10/how-aurora-colorado-police-cover-up-misconduct-and-brutality.html"Hundreds of Officers That Have Been Labeled Liars. Some Still Help Send People to Prison": https://www.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/investigations/2019/10/14/brady-lists-police-officers-dishonest-corrupt-still-testify-investigation-database/2233386001/Example of Aurora PD's racial profiling: https://sentinelcolorado.com/metro/police-courts/aurora-cop-who-shot-boy-14-part-of-unlawful-search-settlement-of-black-man/Legal analysis by Wolfberg and Wirth: https://www.ems1.com/legal/articles/legal-analysis-what-the-paramedic-criminal-charges-in-the-elijah-mcclain-case-mean-for-ems-wIPxkOn0Hn4ToKVk/Wikipedia page containing a link to the 911 call and police body camera: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_of_Elijah_McClain#Justice4Elijah #ActuallyAutistic #BLM #InvisibleDisabilityRights #EndAbleism #POC #EndRacism #change #disability #accommodation #understanding #DisabilityCommunity #SpeakUp4Change #DisabilitySolidarity #MentalHealth #DisabilityRights #decency #dignity #SocialJustice #EndBigotry #PoliceViolence #NoJusticeNoPeace #StopKillingUs #ICantBreathe #TearDownTheWall @disabilityjustice @disability @actuallyautistics
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2023-08-03T00:48:53Z
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Elijah McClain - Always Remembered. Click here 🧠for his story.#BLM #JusticeForElijahMcClain #DisabilityJustice #StopPoliceViolence @disabilityjustice @disability @actuallyautistics
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2023-08-04T16:05:37Z
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"JUSTICE FOR ELIJAH MCCLAIN, MURDERED BY AURORA POLICE!" CW: Image - Eye contactTrials begin next week. Remember Elijah! Click here 🧠for his story.#Justice4Elijah #BLM #EndAbleism #EndRacism #SpeakUp4Change #SocialJustice #InvisibleDisabilityRights #StopPoliceViolence #NoJusticeNoPeace #StopKillingUs #ICantBreathe #acab@disabilityjustice @disability @actuallyautistics
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2023-08-30T00:59:29Z
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Justice for Elijah McClain – Murder Trials Update:Tomorrow marks four years since Elijah McClain died as a result of his interactions with Aurora Colorado police and paramedics but, none of the five accused murderer's trials have even begun.On August 17, the Colorado Atty. Gen.'s office dropped some of the charges against two of the accused officers, Rosenblatt and Rodema. "Sentence enhancer" charges of "Crime of Violence" were withdrawn from the case because, they were deemed "repetitive and unnecessary" by the AG's office. The sentence enhancers provide for mandatory prison sentences and can increase incarceration time for those convicted. An AG representative said that dropping those charges "would not affect the amount of time the officers might spend in prison if convicted". All five are still charged with Manslaughter and Criminally Negligent Homicide. Rosenblatt and Rodema are now set to go to trial on September 18.The trial of the two paramedics charged, Peter Cichuniec and Jeremy Cooper, was reportedly scheduled for August 7 but, is now set for Nov. 27 with a pre-trial conference on Nov. 2. At this time, the paramedics are still facing "sentences enhancer" charges of "Crime of Violence". Cooper administered the ketamine to McClain, according to the indictment. In an August 4 "motions hearing", attorneys for the third officer and fifth accused murderer, Nathan Woodyard argued that Woodyard became distraught as the other two officers held McClain down. He will face trial alone in October. Click here for 🧠the full story of what happened to Elijah McClain.OutOfExile_IDRhttps://www.denverpost.com/2023/08/21/elijah-mcclain-case-aurora-charges-reduced-officers-rosenblatt-roedema/https://denvergazette.com/aurora/elijah-mcclain-cops-sentence-enhancers-dropped/article_7c1fbe14-4066-11ee-85c1-cf5c4976a86f.html#tncms-source=infinity-scroll-summary-siderail-nextWoodyard "motions hearing" https://www.coloradopolitics.com/courts/elijah-mcclain-case-motions-hearing-upcoming-trials/article_9938ee23-a307-55dd-a579-b7ba532a7bc0.html#JusticeForElijahMcClain #ICantBreathe #ImJustDifferent #ActuallyAutistic #BLM #InvisibleDisabilityRights #EndAbleism #EndRacism #disability #DisabilityCommunity #SocialJustice #PoliceViolence #StopKillingUs@disabilityjustice @disability @actuallyautistics
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2023-08-05T16:52:27Z
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Violins Not Violence"WHY ARE YOU IN RIOT GEAR!?WE DON'T SEE NO RIOT HERE!"Police respond to the violin vigil for Elijah McClain with aggression and violence. If you don't know who Elijah McClain is, take some time to learn and remember his name. The trial of paramedics that killed him starts Monday, while police perpetrators go on trial for homicide beginning next month.Click 🧠here for what happened to Elijah. Do you remember? #JusticeForElijahMcClain Protests Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mavxlTN0pSY#Justice4Elijah #BLM #EndAbleism #EndRacism #SocialJustice #EndBigotry #NoJusticeNoPeace #StopKillingUs #ICantBreathe #InvisibleDisabilityRights #StopPoliceViolence #SocialJustice #TearDownTheWall #ElijahMcClain #hero@disabilityjustice @disability @actuallyautistics