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Everything in this comment can be researched and verified.To get a conviction overturned, there generally must be signif...
06/23/2026

Everything in this comment can be researched and verified.

To get a conviction overturned, there generally must be significant procedural or constitutional errors that could have affected the outcome of the case.

If enough constitutional errors are found to overturn the conviction, the prosecution must then decide whether to dismiss the case or pursue a retrial. My guess is that they would choose to retry the case.

If that happens, he would return to court, and there is no guarantee he would receive the same sentence. The new sentence could be lower or higher, as long as it falls within the statutory range of 5 to 99 years.

In this particular case, I would not be surprised if the sentence were higher. Think about how defendants who reject plea deals and proceed to trial often receive harsher sentences than those who accept negotiated agreements. While every case is different, prosecutors may seek a tougher sentence after a conviction.

If a retrial were granted, the prosecution might offer a plea deal. However, given the public attention surrounding this case, I suspect many of Metcalf’s supporters would strongly oppose accepting one.

What are your thoughts
06/20/2026

What are your thoughts

Karmelo Anthony was found guilty of murder for the stabbing of Aust...

F.A.I.R. Pilot Program ProposalFor those who have recently reached out expressing interest in volunteering with F.A.I.R....
06/17/2026

F.A.I.R. Pilot Program Proposal

For those who have recently reached out expressing interest in volunteering with F.A.I.R. (Fighting Against Institutionalized Railroading), I would like to share the vision behind the organization and the pilot program I am currently developing.

F.A.I.R. was never created as an innocence project. While wrongful convictions are certainly a concern, our primary mission is to ensure that every person accused of a crime receives a fair trial, understands their constitutional rights, and is protected from excessive sentencing and procedural injustices within the criminal justice system.

For approximately two and a half years, I worked with incarcerated women on Rikers Island in New York. During that time, I collaborated with legal aid organizations in the Bronx and Brooklyn, public defenders, law library staff, and the defendants themselves to help ensure that the judicial process was fair and that constitutional rights were not overlooked or violated.

The work was often difficult. Some of the individuals I assisted had been accused of serious offenses, and there were times when I had to set aside my personal feelings in order to focus on the principles of justice and due process. In many cases, the individuals I worked with were not innocent of all wrongdoing. Sometimes my role included helping defendants better understand the evidence against them and encouraging them to consider plea agreements when appropriate.

The purpose of F.A.I.R. is not to help people avoid accountability. The purpose is to educate defendants about the law, court procedures, their constitutional rights, and the consequences of the decisions they make throughout the criminal justice process.

Through this approach, many of the women I assisted received significantly shorter sentences than those initially sought by the prosecution. I am currently gathering written testimonies from individuals who experienced the process firsthand to help evaluate the effectiveness of the model and identify areas for improvement.

Working across state lines presented challenges. There were many occasions when I lacked the financial resources to travel and be physically present during court proceedings. Despite those obstacles, I witnessed firsthand how informed advocacy and legal education can positively impact outcomes.

My goal is to launch a one-year pilot program within the county jails and court systems located in the district I represent. During that year, F.A.I.R. will work to determine whether this model can effectively improve access to information, protect constitutional rights, and promote fairer outcomes for defendants while maintaining respect for victims, prosecutors, judges, and the rule of law.

At the conclusion of the pilot year, I hope to present the findings to stakeholders across Georgia and explore the possibility of expanding F.A.I.R. into a statewide initiative. If the program proves successful, my long-term vision is to advocate for similar programs nationwide.

I also want to be transparent with those interested in participating. At this time, there is no funding available for this project. Anyone who joins during the pilot phase must be willing to serve as a volunteer. We are building this effort from the ground up, driven by a shared belief that justice should be fair, transparent, and accessible to everyone.

I am currently working to schedule a Zoom information session where I will provide additional details, answer questions, and discuss volunteer opportunities.

Thank you for your consideration and for your commitment to justice.

A Question About ConsistencyI want to ask a question—not to start a fight, but to force a moment of honest reflection in...
06/11/2026

A Question About Consistency

I want to ask a question—not to start a fight, but to force a moment of honest reflection in a time when honesty is rare.

Before you answer, set aside politics.
Set aside social media.
Set aside everything you’ve been told to feel.

Just sit with this one question:

Do I apply the same standard of justice to everyone?

Not when it’s convenient.
Not when it matches my beliefs.
Not when I feel emotionally connected to one side.

The same standard. Every time.

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Consider This

Imagine the exact facts of the Austin Metcalf case stayed the same.

Same actions.
Same timeline.
Same evidence.

But the races of those involved were reversed.

Nothing else changes.

Now be honest with yourself:

Would the coverage look the same?
Would the outrage feel the same?
Would the assumptions be the same?
Would people rush to the same conclusions about guilt, innocence, or intent?

Or would everything suddenly be interpreted differently?

Don’t answer quickly just to feel good about your response.
Answer truthfully.

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Another Name, Another Silence

Most people know the name George Floyd.

Far fewer know the name Tony Timpa.

Both men died during encounters with police.
Both deaths raised serious and painful questions about authority and accountability.

But one became a global symbol.
The other barely stayed in the public conversation.

And we have to ask ourselves—why?

Was it the facts?
The timing?
The media?
The narrative?
Or something deeper we don’t always like to name?

This is not about comparison of suffering.
This is about attention.
About memory.
About whose pain becomes visible—and whose fades.

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The Real Question Beneath It All

This is not about denying anyone’s experience.
And it is not about minimizing tragedy.

It is about consistency.

Because justice cannot depend on emotion.
And truth cannot depend on popularity.

If something is wrong, it is wrong—regardless of who it happens to.
If something is justified, it must be justified under the same standard for everyone involved.

But if our conclusions change depending on race, identity, or narrative…

Then we have to ask a hard question:

Are we defending justice—or are we defending comfort?

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The Hardest Mirror

The most difficult bias to see is the one we carry ourselves.

It is easy to recognize inconsistency in others.
It is much harder to recognize it in our own reactions.

So ask yourself honestly:

Would I still feel the same way if everything were reversed?
Would I still argue the same position if the names changed?
Would I still stand firm if I had no emotional attachment to one side?

If the answer is yes, then your principles are steady.

If the answer is no, then don’t ignore that discomfort. Sit with it.

Because discomfort is often where truth begins.

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Final Thought

Justice is supposed to be blind.

Not selective.
Not emotional.
Not dependent on who is being judged.

And if we truly believe in equal justice under the law, then the standard must remain the same—no matter whose name is in the headline.

What troubles me most is the division that continues to surround this case. A young Black man lost his freedom, and a yo...
06/11/2026

What troubles me most is the division that continues to surround this case. A young Black man lost his freedom, and a young White man lost his life. Regardless of race, both families have suffered tremendous loss because of one tragic decision.

If the races were reversed, many of us would still be upset. That is why I believe we should spend less time fueling racial division and more time focusing on violence prevention, conflict resolution, and teaching our children how to walk away from situations before lives are destroyed.

As someone who studies law and advocates for fair sentencing and criminal justice reform, I have largely remained quiet on this case. Not because I don't have an opinion, but because I understand that no matter what I say, someone will be offended. The truth is rarely popular when emotions are high.

My hope is that we learn from this tragedy, educate ourselves about the law, work to prevent violence, and find a way to move forward without allowing this incident to divide us even further.

7 MORE DAYS‼️‼️‼️‼️
05/01/2026

7 MORE DAYS‼️‼️‼️‼️

So many of you have been reaching out to me for help, and I want you to know—I truly understand and I hear you.Right now...
04/30/2026

So many of you have been reaching out to me for help, and I want you to know—I truly understand and I hear you.

Right now, as I continue my campaign for public office, I’m not able to take on any new cases. I wouldn’t be able to give you the time, attention, and effectiveness that you deserve, and I believe in being honest about that.

What I am working on is bringing F.A.I.R. (Fighting Against Institutionalized Railroading) back in a stronger, more structured way—by training a dedicated team to handle pretrial advocacy, post-conviction support, and provide testimony during legislative sessions. The goal is to create something bigger than one person—something sustainable that can truly serve more people.

I’m also excited about the possibility of bringing back Play F.A.I.R Fridays, with a renewed focus on involving our youth and building something even more impactful for the community.

Thank you all for your continued support, your trust, and your belief in this mission. It truly means everything.

Damita Bishop for Georgia State Rep District 61I just might present this at Liberty Plaza on May 8
04/27/2026

Damita Bishop for Georgia State Rep District 61
I just might present this at Liberty Plaza on May 8

Day 7 with RYZE Superfoods☕️I’ve been keeping it simple:2 scoops (yeah, I know it says 1 😅), a little raw honey, and a l...
04/26/2026

Day 7 with RYZE Superfoods☕️

I’ve been keeping it simple:
2 scoops (yeah, I know it says 1 😅), a little raw honey, and a light splash of creamer.

One week in and I’m down 7 pounds.

Not ready to post pics just yet, but the results are showing—between the weight loss and the regularity, my body is definitely responding.

If you’ve been thinking about trying it… just start. I’ll keep y’all posted 💭

04/24/2026

I talked to KK Yesterday and he scolded me saying “Your journey started with us my 🥷You stopped helping. By posting me the other day, God is telling you to pause everything else and go back to your roots. US! Go back to the beginning. Apply everything you’ve learned and fight for us. It’s been long enough!” Then he ended the call frustrated.

I didn’t argue. They put so much trust in me but that in itself is difficult. Especially when I don’t know what else to do. I just meditated and prayed over what he was saying.

So let’s take a journey back in time, shall we!

On September 2019, I viewed a petition on Facebook. It was written by the brother of Mangwiro “Iz” Sadiki-Israel. I read it. It said he was facing life for bank fraud. I didn’t feel life was fair for this type of crime, so I signed. The bottom of the petition asked for $20. I gave it. But at the bottom of that petition was something more important than a donation request—it was a GTL account, a way to reach him directly.
So I did. I simply wanted confirmation that he received the money.

What started as a message turned into video visits while he was being held in Lovejoy. And from there, everything changed. Many of you watched it unfold in real time—on social media, through every call, every visit, every attempt I made to fight not just for him, but for everyone connected to this case who reached out for help.

Now, fast forward to today.
Everyone has been sentenced and serving time in different facilities. And now we can speak plainly.

Here is the truth:
Three people in this case had absolutely no guilt and were not named or mentioned in the FBI investigation reports. However, they did bring false witness to give testimony against them. None of their testimonies matched the FBI’s report.

Two of those three were convicted of only Count 1 of the RICO- being affiliated with an enterprise. (1st amendment should have been argued in their defense.) That alone raises serious legal questions. Because under RICO, a conviction requires a pattern—participation in at least two qualifying criminal acts of racketeering tied to this enterprise. That standard was not met.

Most of the individuals from Georgia were tied to low-level offenses—matters that should have been handled at the state level, not escalated into a sweeping federal-style RICO prosecution.

Take Lewis (OG) Mobley. He was already incarcerated. He was deemed incompetent to stand trial. He was not even part of the FBI’s original investigation. Yet somehow, an old case—where he had already been found not guilty on —was pulled in and used against him in this RICO case.

That is not justice. That is overreach.

Only two individuals in this entire case were convicted of crimes that could justify federal time. And even then, if pre-trial assessments were not done using RICO, none of them should have received sentences exceeding ten years.

And most importantly—the so-called “enterprise” did not materially benefit from the individual, minor offenses committed. Without that connection, this case does not meet the legal threshold for RICO. Lastly they pulled a murder case in that did not involve ANY of the defendants and added murder enhancements so that the time could exceed the 25 year minimum for RICO Convictions

Let’s talk about how this case was built.

The District Attorney reached across multiple states, pulling together men and women under the claim of a single enterprise. Many of these individuals had never met. Some still have not. They only learned each other’s names after being arrested and reading the indictment. Some met their co-defendants during federal transitions to other facilities.

That alone should raise concern.

The face of this case—the headliner—was a former police officer, accused of orchestrating murders for this so-called enterprise.

But in court?
No one knew him.
No one had heard of him.
Except one person—and that was only because he had once worked security at an event.

There was no evidence or statement supporting the prosecution’s claim that he was the hitman.

That is the foundation this case was built on.

In two weeks, it will mark ten years.
Ten years these men have been incarcerated.
And what are we doing?
Posting hashtags.

Enough is enough.

Cito’s mother. Shake’s wife. Spike’s sister. And Myself.
We have all been fighting—individually, tirelessly.

But it’s time to come together.
Because there is nothing more powerful than unified voices—especially when those voices belong to women and men standing in truth, in strength, and in righteousness.

We need you.
They have had them long enough.
It’s time to bring them home.

I believe in accountability. Crime should be punished.
But I also believe that those who enforce the law must follow it—honor their oath, respect due process, and uphold the very system they represent.

And when they don’t—
it is our responsibility to speak.
To stand.
To fight.
And to demand justice.

Or we can continue to wait to become victims of this unjust system

Before you say this will never happen to you

Remember, wrongful convictions are overturned almost every day and take decades to undo. I don’t want that for myself or my family

If you or your loved one was apart of this case or had similar issues dealing with these state and federal courts.

It’s time to end the silence and take a stand

We will be at Liberty Plaza in Atlanta on May 8th standing in solidarity for all who have undergone these types of injustices and more

And most importantly for all housed in facilities that are inhumane, extremely dangerous, understaffed, with rising death rates

Join us May 8.

We need EVERYBODY ‼️

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