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Dec 2021
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Derecka Purnell - "Becoming Abolitionist...

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Lawyer, activist and writer Derecka Purnell talks about her book "Becoming Abolitionists," which takes a deep dive into the notion of abolishing the police. Originally aired September 2021. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po ... Show More
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