Jalil Muntaqim: What’s up out there! My name is Jalil Muntaqim, born Anthony Bottom. I am currently in prison where I have been for the last 35 years! I am a former member of the Black Panther Party (BPP). The U.S. government desperately wanted to eradicate the BPP and did so by a program called COINTELPRO which was short for counter-intelligence. Through this program many of us were assassinated and imprisoned. I was framed for murder of two New York police officers. One of them’s son has actually come forward in support of my co-defendant Herman Bell, saying he thinks we are innocent and should be released. I am committed to a better life for my people and for all people. I am still active from behind bars and am working for my release. I have obtained two degrees, and am an author, poet, and educator. I have established programs in prison including a Men’s group for Therapeutic Training, African/Black studies programs, a Sociology class, computer literacy class, poetry class, earned a certificate in architectural drafting, and have worked as a teacher’s aide. I am a proud father and grandfather. I want to be reunited with my family and community. I love music, letters, books, and stories from people on the outside. I have a great sense of humor! Unfortunately, I can’t operate this site from prison, so my friend is running it for me. Check out www.freejalil.com
