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Resistance in a Red State: Jail Support for Immigrants Held in Missouri

Posted on 03/02/2026 by Brian Dolinar

Author’s note: If local immigrants are picked up by ICE in the Urbana-Champaign area, they will likely be cycled through at least one of three major detention centers in Missouri. I spoke with activists doing solidarity work in Missouri jails … Continue reading →

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Community Wins Free Phone Calls at the Champaign County Jail

Posted on 02/12/2024 by Brian Dolinar

This article originally appeared at Smile Politely on December 5, 2023; reprinted with permission. It has been lightly edited for style. “He calls first thing in the morning just to say good morning,” said Blaine Sherase Lee, whose son was … Continue reading →

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Securus is Charging Families Six Dollars for Phone Calls from Jail

Posted on 11/18/2023 by Brian Dolinar

This article originally appeared at Smile Politely on September 28, 2023; reprinted with permission. It has been lightly edited for style. Phone calls are a lifeline for those incarcerated to stay in touch with their families and loved ones. The … Continue reading →

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