Mathiowetz, Dianne. “Atlanta Remembers Troy Davis on Sept. 21.” Text. Workers World. N.p., 13 Sept. 2012. Web. 3 Feb. 2016.
Dianne Mathiowetz, Co-Coodinator and Representative of IAC (International Action Center) in Georgia Peace & Justice Coalition, a network for organizations and individuals that advocate for global justice and peace, in her article, “Atlanta Remembers Troy Davis on Sept. 21” gives insight on the case of Troy Anthony Davis in 2011 and its effect on the community around him and in his hometown. She explains that he was given the death sentence for a crime that he did not commit. Then she gives information on the protests and rallies conducted in honor of Troy Davis. Mathiowetz, continues with scheduled dates for a protest and march during that time. She also provided examples of how Davis was honored, like changing Woodruff Park’s name to Troy Davis Park. This article was written with the purpose of raising awareness to social injustices in Georgia, specifically Atlanta, and to encourage the members of this community was to join the cause and is a useful source to someone seeking information on the community’s involvement with social justice issues.
Interesting. How does this figure into our study of the built environment?