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edited March 2011 in The Porch
Update 11.4.10 CNN article about the new hearing.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/11/04/ark ... his.three/
original post below

WM3 NEWS: Damien Echols' Oral Argument in front of the Arkansas State Supreme Court Thursday, September 30th

On Thursday, September 30th at 9:00 AM Central, Damien Echols' attorneys will present oral arguments in front of the Arkansas State Supreme Court. These arguments contend that DNA testing and other powerful forensic evidence -- combined with a sworn affidavit that the original jury foreman engaged in blatant misconduct that contributed to the jury's decision -- prove that Echols was wrongfully convicted of the 1993 murders of Stevie Branch, Michael Moore, and Christopher Byers in West Memphis, Arkansas. Based on this newly discovered evidence, Echols is seeking a new and fair trial.

Stream the proceedings live at 9:00 AM Central:
http://arkansas-sc.granicus.com/ViewPub ... ?view_id=2

Join fellow WM3 supporters at the Arkansas State Supreme Court:
Join WM3 supporters as they fill the Arkansas State Supreme Courthouse (Justice Building, 625 Marshall St) and respectfully listen to the proceedings.

For more information on the Arkansas State Supreme Court, click here: http://courts.state.ar.us/supremecourt/schedule.cfm

A full list of rules and regulations for those attending can be found here:
http://courts.arkansas.gov/Press_Releas ... uments.pdf

Please note:
- You may not wear visible messages (t-shirts, buttons, etc.) of support for the WM3.
- No recording devices or cameras are allowed in the main courtroom.
- You should arrive by 8:00 AM to make sure you get a seat -- no one will be admitted into the courtroom after 9:00 AM.
- Damien will not be present in the court, only his attorneys.

Upon the hearing's conclusion, supporters will carry a massive banner of "Free the WM3" postcards from all over the world from the ASSC to the steps of the Capitol building.

Wednesday night vigil:
For those that are in Little Rock tonight, there will be a vigil at 7:00 PM Central at the Quapaw Quarter United Methodist Church (1601 S. Louisiana) in Little Rock featuring Reverend Thompson Murray, Capi Peck of Arkansas Take Action, Lorri Davis and performers Brian Frazier and choir.

Damien Echols Interview/WM3 special on CNN's AC360° Wednesday and Thursday:
Tune in to "AC360°" tonight and tomorrow at 10:00 PM Eastern for the program's two-part series on the case of the West Memphis 3 with a face-to-face interview with Damien Echols.

More information about the interview and special can be read here:
http://www.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/09/28/wes ... tml?hpt=C2

For more information on the West Memphis 3, visit:
http://www.freewestmemphis3.org and http://www.wm3.org
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  • FenwayFaithfulFenwayFaithful Posts: 8,626
    The truth WILL prevail...
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  • i got idi got id Posts: 867
    This is a good step
  • memememe Posts: 4,695
    Best of luck to the WM3 and all their loved ones.
    ... and the will to show I will always be better than before.
  • cincybearcatcincybearcat Posts: 16,679
    I hope that the supporters of the WM3 don't forget about the other WM3...the ones that are no longer living...and are very respectful if they show up.

    And what's up with the wrong forum? ;)
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  • CJMST3KCJMST3K Posts: 9,722
    cincybearcat wrote:

    And what's up with the wrong forum? ;)


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  • hopethatuchokehopethatuchoke Posts: 2,927
    edited September 2010
    cincybearcat wrote:
    And what's up with the wrong forum? ;)
    Post edited by hopethatuchoke on
  • tremorstremors Posts: 8,051
    Thanks for this - from following a lot of the West Memphis 3 discussion recently it seems obvious that there is firm grounds for a retrial; hopefully this Supreme Court argument will clear the ground to offer Echols a fairer hearing.
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    Send my credentials to the house of detention

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  • SeaSea Posts: 3,100
    hopethatuchoke wrote:
    cincybearcat wrote:
    And what's up with the wrong forum? ;)


    +1

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  • tremorstremors Posts: 8,051
    Sea wrote:
    hopethatuchoke wrote:
    cincybearcat wrote:
    And what's up with the wrong forum? ;)


    +1

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    +1

    was going to quote that myself
    Cancel my subscription to the Ressurection
    Send my credentials to the house of detention

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  • hopethatuchokehopethatuchoke Posts: 2,927
    I stand corrected and deleted my post. Sorry guys.
  • Cradles Broken GlassCradles Broken Glass Posts: 1,409
    http://www.jonesborosun.com/story.php?ID=44793

    Got to work this morning only to see Eddie's face greeting me on the cover of my local newspaper (which I than stole from my work place and now I'm keeping it forever). What a wonderful way to start the morning! There's also a vigil tonight in Little Rock with "special guest" :? , but I don't think I will be able to make it since it's middle of the week. I would love to attend the vigil.
    Hearts and thoughts they fade....
    fade away...

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  • MayDay10MayDay10 Posts: 11,810
    fingers crossed
  • BLACK35BLACK35 Hanover, Ontario Posts: 22,875
    Hopefully will see the right thing done.
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  • electronblueelectronblue WPB Florida Posts: 3,493
    sending best of luck vibes to the WM3 ~
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  • geckogecko Posts: 1,712
    Thanks for the tread. Wishing the best of luck to the WM3.
  • helplessdancerhelplessdancer Posts: 5,281
    thinking about this a lot lately

    fighting against injustice is pretty much my fave noble cause

    good on pj/ev and all those involved everywhere

    hope exists
  • Corey LynnCorey Lynn Posts: 681
    Here is a poem (I posted on other forum a few weeks ago). I wrote it for the WM3. I hope that they see justice. This makes me sick.


    WM3

    Take me as I am
    with the dust filled history
    of youths violent swarm.

    I stood in the streetlight glow
    and breathed life hard.
    I threw my arms to the sky and I screamed “NOW!!”

    But this is just a memory

    A sharp towering building crashed down
    and swept with it, my honor.

    The door slammed shut.

    Echoing.

    I sink so low on days when the sun comes in
    through tiny cracks in the concrete cell.

    I am shackled at the ankles.

    I am shackled as the world spins around.

    I am shackled and I am innocent.

    Take me as I am.
    For, I am like you.

    I dream of freedom.


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  • geckogecko Posts: 1,712
    edited September 2010
    A short interview with Damien:
    http://edition.cnn.com/2010/CRIME/09/28/west.memphis.3.damien.echols/index.html?eref=rss_crime

    Edited to add The New York Times article:
    http://www.nytimes.com/2010/09/29/us/29memphis.html?_r=1&scp=3&sq=arkansas&st=cse
    Post edited by gecko on
  • demetriosdemetrios Posts: 95,240
    Sea wrote:
    Damien Echols Interview/WM3 special on CNN's AC360° Wednesday and Thursday:
    Tune in to "AC360°" tonight and tomorrow at 10:00 PM Eastern for the program's two-part series on the case of the West Memphis 3 with a face-to-face interview with Damien Echols.

    Tonight all they aired was only 2 minutes of footage of what will be shown on tomorrow's show. :|
  • Cradles Broken GlassCradles Broken Glass Posts: 1,409
    demetrios wrote:
    Sea wrote:
    Damien Echols Interview/WM3 special on CNN's AC360° Wednesday and Thursday:
    Tune in to "AC360°" tonight and tomorrow at 10:00 PM Eastern for the program's two-part series on the case of the West Memphis 3 with a face-to-face interview with Damien Echols.

    Tonight all they aired was only 2 minutes of footage of what will be shown on tomorrow's show. :|

    I didn't realize this was airing, thanks for the info!
    Hearts and thoughts they fade....
    fade away...

    I am at peace with my lust.....for Eddie.
  • __ Posts: 6,657
    cincybearcat wrote:
    I hope that the supporters of the WM3 don't forget about the other WM3...the ones that are no longer living...and are very respectful if they show up.

    I know I'd be respectful if people who were no longer living showed up! :shock: ;)

    Anyway, I sure hope justice - whatever that may be - prevails. And I hope we will actually know for certain that it has prevailed.

    So do people have internet access in prison? Just wondering. (I'm thinking probably not.)
  • sickofitsickofit Norway Posts: 780
    I'm already halfway through 30th Sept. The day is just beginning for Damien Echols and all those involved in the trial today. I wonder if he was able to sleep or rest at all. I really hope so. Even though he will not be present in court today, I can only begin to imagine the wrenching in his guts at the thought of what is happening today.

    Although I'm feeling down myself today and facing my own challenges, I'd like to send all my hope to Damien and my strength to those fighting for his cause today. My thoughts are with you. May justice prevail and be restored so others like Damien, Jason & Jessie will also be afforded some hope.
    if I keep holding out,.... will the light shine through?
  • dasvidanadasvidana Grand Junction CO Posts: 1,356
    Just watched the oral arguments presented and it just seems like such a no-brainer. The state really looked like it was trying to be obstructive as a matter of pride. I really think they just don't want to admit they made mistakes. Riordan did a good job, although I was hoping he would say more on the false confessions since the state and the public seem to be relying heavily on that. I really hope good things come from today's hearing.
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  • Gern BlanstenGern Blansten Mar-A-Lago Posts: 21,575
    Agreed...from the police dept up, they don't want to admit mistakes....fucking tragic
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  • __ Posts: 6,657
    I don't get it. I haven't had a chance to watch today's arguments, but I can't find anything about the results. When will we know the court's decision? I guess they have to take some time to think about it.
  • ChampagneBrkfstChampagneBrkfst Posts: 114
    Arguments have concluded. It seems as though the Justices will render a decision on this in 2-3 weeks. You can read more about it here.

    http://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2010 ... n-morning/
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  • __ Posts: 6,657
    What admission by Damien is the state's lawyer talking about?
  • __ Posts: 6,657
    Our criminal justice system is such a fucking joke. It's like a big game - only people's lives are at stake.

    I just watched the arguments and think they had good points on both sides. I'm glad I'm not a judge. It kind of seemed like they were leaning toward the defense though. Does anyone else feel that way?
  • sickofitsickofit Norway Posts: 780
    scb wrote:
    What admission by Damien is the state's lawyer talking about?

    I just finished watching the archived video and I was wondering the same too. The only thing that comes to mind is the hearsay evidence that he had said, whilst at a softball game, that he did it and already has another victim picked out. If that's what they mean, that's a very shaky leg to stand on.

    Now we wait.
    if I keep holding out,.... will the light shine through?
  • __ Posts: 6,657
    sickofit wrote:
    scb wrote:
    What admission by Damien is the state's lawyer talking about?

    I just finished watching the archived video and I was wondering the same too. The only thing that comes to mind is the hearsay evidence that he had said, whilst at a softball game, that he did it and already has another victim picked out. If that's what they mean, that's a very shaky leg to stand on.

    Now we wait.

    Oh yeah - that's probably what they meant. Smart thinking! (I hadn't really thought of that as a confession, personally.)
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