Special Edition: Rev. Pinkney Released from Prison But Denied Freedom of Speech

It was good to hear his voice. Of course, the recording device went off twice. It is an annoying sound, “to unnerve the caller,” Rev. Pinkney said. But he didn’t care if they are listening in.

Michigan ALCU Director Michael Steinberg tells BC: “There are a lot of restrictions.” According to Steinberg, Judge Wiley’s list of restrictions for Rev. Pinkney include the following:

Furthermore, Rev. Pinkney must be “tethered,” that is, “fitted for a tether”. In short, Rev. Pinkney is to be shackled, in his home, and denied freedom of speech! The Michigan ACLU will follow up with appeals.

Black Commentator readers are encouraged to contact the department of corrections to protest the terms of the release.

Honorable Jennifer Granholm
Michigan Department of Corrections
Office of the Parole Board
Pardons and Commutations Coordinator
P.O. Box 30003
Lansing, Michigan, 48909

Include your name and address.

To assist with Rev. Pinkney’s bond or for more information please visit the Black Autonomy Network Community Organization (BANCO).

For background on the Rev. Pinkney case read the following stories previously published in BC: