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Pennsylvania Adult Parole and Probation Dept. Bosses Say “As long as there are African Americans, Job Security is ‘Airtight’”

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Delaware County Council have begun investigating stunning claims that officials from the Adult Probation & Parole Department have exchanged alarming emails throughout the years which included select high-ranking officials referring to African Americans as “n—–s” who ensure “airtight job security.”

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June 2, 2019

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“You do not have to worry about job security … ROFL … so long as there’s a [n----r] in our county, you will have a full slate,” an unidentified high-ranking Delaware County Adult Probation & Parole Supervisor wrote in one of the e-mails that was shared with at least three other county officials and third parties, according to Original Media Group.

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent
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Delaware County Council have begun investigating stunning claims that officials from the Adult Probation & Parole Department have exchanged alarming emails throughout the years which included select high-ranking officials referring to African Americans as “n—–s” who ensure “airtight job security.”

The emails also purportedly show that anyone seeking employment in the department must first register as a Republican.

“Just make sure he registers as a [redacted] before applying, they’re extremely strict about that,” a supervisor allegedly wrote to other high-ranking officials in the email.

County Councilmembers said they were caught off guard by the revelations and they plan a vigorous investigation.

“We’ll be speaking with the county’s executive director [on Wednesday, May 29] to begin to investigate this matter,” Councilman Brian Zidek told NNPA Newswire.

Zidek said he hadn’t previously been made aware of what went on.

“But if true, this is shocking and obviously unacceptable,” said Zidek, who added that he spoke with Councilman Kevin Madden who also hadn’t been briefed about the matter.

Original Media Group – which publishes the Philadelphia-based student-led news website, YC News – said it obtained an email message sent in 2015 between several county officials and a current department supervisor where they accidentally carbon-copied a probationer.

Original Media Group then filed nearly 50 Right to Know Law Requests.

The company said the chain of emails appeared to point to an individual who intended to apply for a position within the probation department.

Currently, the Delaware County Department of Adult Probation and Parole doesn’t employ an African American and only 1 percent of the county’s District Attorney’s Office is comprised of African Americans.

In the email chain, the job applicant also was told that he/she didn’t have to concern themselves with security as long as African Americans lived in the county.

“Good morning,” an unidentified high-ranking Delaware County Adult Probation & Parole Supervisor wrote in one of the e-mails that was shared with at least three other county officials and third parties, according to Original Media Group.

“You do not have to worry about job security … ROFL … so long as there’s a [n—-r] in our county, you will have a full slate,” the supervisor wrote.

Delaware County is approximately 22 miles outside of Philadelphia and counts as the fifth most populous county in Pennsylvania.

Of the more than 561,000 residents in the county, about 20 percent are African Americans, according to the most recent Census.

Chester, the largest city in Delaware County, routinely ranks among the most dangerous American cities with a high violent crime rate, a fact that didn’t appear lost on probation officials reportedly involved in the emails.

“Can’t have a bunch of [gang-bang] loving [redacted] in here … ha,” the supervisor wrote.

Delaware County District Attorney Katayoun Copeland and Probation officials have declined to comment.

The contents of the emails are disturbing on many levels, Attorney and LegalAdvice.com CEO, David Reischer told NNPA Newswire.

“The emergence of these racially charged emails among high ranking prison officials merely makes explicit what many people already know about the ‘prison industrial complex’ in America,” Reischer said.

“Namely, that the mass incarceration of disproportionate number of black men in America is a structural mechanism to that promotes institutional racism in our society,” he said.

Reischer added that the “structural similarities of racism in our prisons merely mirror the structural racism that exists within the broader society in America and fueling further inequality by allowing unfit and racist persons to control and abuse the prison population.”

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Black Feminist Movement Mobilizes in Response to National Threats

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — More than 500 Black feminists will convene in New Orleans from June 5 through 7 for what organizers are calling the largest Black feminist gathering in the United States.

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More than 500 Black feminists will convene in New Orleans from June 5 through 7 for what organizers are calling the largest Black feminist gathering in the United States. The event, led by the organization Black Feminist Future, is headlined by activist and scholar Angela Y. Davis. Paris Hatcher, executive director of Black Feminist Future, joined Black Press USA’s Let It Be Known to outline the mission and urgency behind the gathering, titled “Get Free.” “This is not just a conference to dress up and have a good time,” Hatcher said. “We’re building power to address the conditions that are putting our lives at risk—whether that’s policing, reproductive injustice, or economic inequality.” Hatcher pointed to issues such as rising evictions among Black families, the rollback of bodily autonomy laws, and the high cost of living as key drivers of the event’s agenda. “Our communities are facing premature death,” she said.

Workshops and plenaries will focus on direct action, policy advocacy, and practical organizing skills. Attendees will participate in training sessions that include how to resist evictions, organize around immigration enforcement, and disrupt systemic policies contributing to poverty and incarceration. “This is about fighting back,” Hatcher said. “We’re not conceding anything.” Hatcher addressed the persistent misconceptions about Black feminism, including the idea that it is a movement against men or families. “Black feminism is not a rejection of men,” she said. “It’s a rejection of patriarchy. Black men must be part of this struggle because patriarchy harms them too.” She also responded to claims that organizing around Black women’s issues weakens broader coalitions. “We don’t live single-issue lives,” Hatcher said. “Our blueprint is one that lifts all Black people.”

The conference will not be streamed virtually, but recaps and updates will be posted daily on Black Feminist Future’s YouTube channel and Instagram account. The event includes performances by Tank and the Bangas and honors longtime activists including Billy Avery, Erica Huggins, and Alexis Pauline Gumbs. When asked how Black feminism helps families, Hatcher said the real threat to family stability is systemic oppression. “If we want to talk about strong Black families, we have to talk about mass incarceration, the income gap, and the systems that tear our families apart,” Hatcher said. “Black feminism gives us the tools to build and sustain healthy families—not just survive but thrive.”

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Hoover’s Commutation Divides Chicago as State Sentence Remains

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Hoover was convicted of murder and running a criminal enterprise. Although some supporters describe him as a political prisoner, the legal and public safety concerns associated with his name remain substantial.

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2 days ago

May 29, 2025

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The federal sentence for Gangster Disciples founder Larry Hoover has been commuted, but he remains incarcerated under a 200-year state sentence in Illinois. The decision by Donald Trump to reduce Hoover’s federal time has reignited longstanding debates over his legacy and whether rehabilitation or continued punishment is warranted. The commutation drew immediate public attention after music executive Jay Prince and artist Chance the Rapper publicly praised Trump’s decision. “I’m glad that Larry Hoover is home,” said Chance the Rapper. “He was a political prisoner set up by the federal government. He created Chicago Votes, mobilized our people, and was targeted for that.”

But Hoover, the founder of the Gangster Disciples, is not home—not yet. Now in federal custody at the Florence Supermax in Colorado, Hoover was convicted of murder and running a criminal enterprise. Although some supporters describe him as a political prisoner, the legal and public safety concerns associated with his name remain substantial. “There is a divide in the Black community here,” said Chicago journalist Jason Palmer during an appearance on the Let It Be Known morning program. “Some view Hoover as someone who brought structure and leadership. Others remember the violence that came with his organization.” Palmer explained that while Hoover’s gang originally formed for protection, it grew into a criminal network responsible for extensive harm in Chicago. He also noted that Hoover continued to run his organization from state prison using coded messages passed through visitors, prompting his transfer to federal custody.

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker, who is widely considered a potential 2028 presidential contender, has not issued a statement. Palmer suggested that silence is strategic. “Releasing Hoover would create enormous political consequences,” Palmer said. “The governor’s in a difficult spot—he either resists pressure from supporters or risks national backlash if he acts.” According to Palmer, Hoover’s federal commutation does not make him a free man. “The federal sentence may be commuted, but he still has a 200-year state sentence,” he said. “And Illinois officials have already made it clear they don’t want to house him in state facilities again. They prefer he remains in federal custody, just somewhere outside of Colorado.”

Palmer also raised concerns about what Hoover’s case could signal for others. “When R. Kelly was convicted federally, state prosecutors in Illinois and Minnesota dropped their charges. If a president can commute federal sentences based on public pressure or celebrity support, others like R. Kelly or Sean Combs could be next,” Palmer said. “Meanwhile, there are thousands of incarcerated people without fame or access to public platforms who will never get that consideration.” “There are people who are not here today because of the violence connected to these organizations,” Palmer said. “That has to be part of this conversation.”

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WATCH: Five Years After George Floyd: Full Panel Discussion | Tracey’s Keepin’ It Real | Live Podcast Event

Join us as we return to the city where it happened and speak with a voice from the heart of the community – Tracey Williams-Dillard, CEO/Publisher of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder.

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May 25, 2020. The world stopped and watched as a life was taken.

But what has happened since?

Join us as we return to the city where it happened and speak with a voice from the heart of the community – Tracey Williams-Dillard, CEO/Publisher of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder.

She shares reflections, insights, and the story of a community forever changed. What has a year truly meant, and where do we go from here?

This is more than just a date; it’s a moment in history. See what one leader in the Black press has to say about it.

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