Earth Warriors are OK!

We have just been made aware that Frank Ambrose, one of Marie Mason’s co-indictees has plead guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit Arson. Page 10 point 7 of Franks plea agreement states in part that “The defendant agrees to fully cooperate with the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the signatory US attorneys offices in their investigation of the charges contained in the indictment as well as the investigation of crimes for which they have actual or apparent jurisdiction.”

The complete plea agreement is here. We will continue to release any and all confirmed relevant information as it becomes available.

Love and Rage,
Got Your Back
Friends of Marie Mason
P.O. Box 19065
Cincinnati, OH 45219

We have just confirmed that Marie has been transferred to Newaygo County Jail in White Cloud, Michigan.

At this time we are requesting that everyone cease contacting the Butler County Jail as she is no longer being held there. If you have written Marie in the last few days your letter will likely be returned. Below you will find instructions on how to write Marie at the Newaygo County Jail. We have also confirmed that she will be appearing at the U.S. District Courthouse for the Western District of Michigan in Grand Rapids, MI at 9 a.m. on Friday, March 21, 2008. Read the rest of this entry »

We were able to see Marie on Sunday, March 16 for the first time since her
arrest. We use the word ‘see’ loosely as her two 20 minute visits per
week at Butler County Jail are conducted via video conferencing. This
means that three of us packed into a small metal cubicle around a 12″
monitor with a small camera and telephone. Only the top portion of
Marie’s face was actually visible and only the person with the telephone
is able to speak with her, further adding to the impersonality and
segregation. This style of “visitation” is another tactic of the state to
isolate, alienate, and degrade prisoners and their loved ones on the
outside. Read the rest of this entry »

Marie Mason Support Flyer

We were able to speak with Marie briefly (her phone calls are limited to
15 minutes a couple of times a day). Despite all thats happening she
remains in good spirits and is thankful for the love and support from
everyone.

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With all thats been going on its hard to comprehend its only been 5 days
since our friend Marie was kidnapped from us. Over the past few days we
have have received an avalanche of emails, phone calls, and even a few
visits seeking details on Marie and her case. In order to better utilize
our energy and support efforts for Marie we will continue to release
updates and information through public statements that will be
disseminated through the freemarie@lists.riseup.net. and
midwestgreenscare.org. We encourage folks to contact us with their own
support ideas, projects, and offers to help but due tho the sheer volume
will likely be unable to answer each individual question put to us.

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We want to extend our thanks to everyone that has offered support and
helped us navigate this treacherous path so far. One thing were learning
early on is Marie had a lot of friends. Its important we all do what we
can to let Marie know she is not alone and that we got her back! Even
something as simple as a letter of support can make all the difference in
the world. Read the rest of this entry »

Here is the actual indictment of the 4 known Michigan Greenscare Defendants.

Michigan Eco Indictment

At this time there’s a lot we don’t know. Please understand speculation, rumors, and hearsay help no one. We will be forthcoming with confirmed information on the current situation as it becomes available.

Got Your Back
Friends of Marie Mason
P.O. Box 19065
Cincinnati, OH 45219
freemarie@riseup.net
freemarie.org (coming soon!)

First we want to thank everyone who has expressed interest in supporting recently
arrested Eco defense organizer Marie Mason. Below you will find the an overview
of what we know as well as the latest updates about Marie’s case and current
situation and ways you can help support Marie. A listserv has been established to
keep supporters updated. To subscribe send an email to:

freemarie-subscribe@lists.riseup.net

Send Marie your letters of support!

MARIE MASON #134001
Butler County Sheriff’s Office & Correctional Complex
705 Hanover Street
Hamilton, Ohio 45011
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Marie Mason’s support crew have a new email, freemarie(a)riseup.net, and are also encouraging folks to send her letters:

“As stated previously we have confirmed Marie is being held in the Butler County Jail pending transfer to Michigan. We have no idea how long she will be held there but we are encouraging folks to send her letters of support. Her address as well as the Jail mail rules are listed below. Read the rest of this entry »

At approximately 11:38 AM EST on March 10, 2008, long time environmental activist and community organizer Marie Mason was arrested by federal agents. Marie has been harassed (she has been raided by federal agents in the past) by the FBI for over a year, repeatedly refusing their requests to discuss Midwest ELF actions. She is currently being held in Butler County jail (southwestern Ohio) pending transfer to Michigan, and her charges remain unknown. Friends are in the process of establishing a support network for Marie and raising funds for any potential legal costs. To get in contact with Marie’s support crew, email freemarie@riseup.net. Read the rest of this entry »