In 1973 Assata Shakur was accused and eventually convicted of the murder of a state trooper under questionable jury impartiality along with evidence that was not only insubstantial, but also tampered with. She has lived in exile since 1979 and is presently 66 years old. Ms. Shakur has worked tirelessly for human and civil rights. She is an American hero in the struggle against racism and inequality and a vital part of our nation's history.



