VIDEO: A 103-mile march demanding medical care and freedom for Mumia Abu-Jamal

Written By AB Youssef & Karen Dinkins

Frackville, PA - Supporters of imprisoned journalist and activist Mumia Abu-Jamal are urging Pennsylvania prison officials to provide medical treatment, including eye surgery, as they raise renewed demands for humane treatment of incarcerated elders nationwide, as well as for Abu-Jamal’s freedom. Abu-Jamal, 71, has been incarcerated for more than four decades following a 1982 conviction in the killing of a Philadelphia police officer, a case that has drawn international attention and controversy, and for which Abu-Jamal claims innocence.

Public Square Amplified Multimedia reporters AB Youssef and Karen Dinkins covered the 12-day, 103-mile march that started on Nov. 28 in Philadelphia and concluded on Dec. 9 at SCI Mahanoy in Frackville, PA, where Mumia is being held.

- Rory Pasquariello

AB Youssef & Karen Dinkins

AB Youssef is a NYC-based multimedia reporter and photographer who covers social justice and human rights issues.

Karen Dinkins is host of All Things Newark, a local Newark-focused TV program that airs on Cablevision.  Karen contributes by hosting and producing segments that explore civic issues, community events, and perspectives from residents and stakeholders. Karen also works as a licensed real estate agent with RE/MAX Select, helping clients buy, sell, and invest in residential properties throughout New Jersey.

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Supporters march 103 miles to demand medical care and freedom for political prisoner Mumia Abu-Jamal