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"They have not killed me...I don't even have the wind knocked out of me..."

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Huntington, New York
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Orientation:Straight
Hometown:Huntington, Long Island, NY
Body type:5' 8" / Athletic
Ethnicity:Middle Eastern
Zodiac Sign:Leo
Smoke / Drink:No / No
Education:College graduate
Occupation:Full Time Activist

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About me:
Andy Stepanian is an activist from Long Island, NY. He is currently serving a 36 month sentence in the Federal Correctional Institution at Butner, North Carolina. On March 2, 2006, Andy and his co-defendants were found guilty of multiple federal felonies for their alleged role in campaigning to close down the notorious animal testing facility, Huntingdon Life Sciences (HLS). They were not accused of actually smashing windows, liberating animals or even attending demonstrations, but rather for reporting on and encouraging others to engage in legal protest against HLS. The convictions involved the controversial Federal Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act. This act is supposed to punish anyone who "physically disrupts" an animal enterprise. These activists were never charged with committing any sort of physical criminal acts. However, under the guise of fighting "domestic terrorism", the government has seen fit to criminalize such activities as operating a web site, maintaining a newsletter and holding legal demonstrations. Andy was convicted on only one charge, conspiracy to violate the AETA. A conspiracy charge is typically very vague, difficult to prove, and yet it's very easy to imply guilt of such a thing. These sorts of charges have a long history of use for political purposes during periods when the administration in power wishes to curtail protest activity. For more information on this case, and Andy's co-defendants, Jake Conroy, Darius Fulmer, Lauren Gazzola, Josh Harper, & Kevin Kjonaas, please visit www.shac7.com. Andy and his co-defendants are beginning the appeals process and need your support!

Support the SHAC 7

The SHAC 7 are six individuals--Lauren Gazzola, Kevin Kjonaas, Jake Conroy, Josh Harper, Andrew Stepanian, and Darius Fullmer --and the organization Stop Huntingdon Animal Cruelty (USA). They are all in prison for a number of years for simply speaking out!

The SHAC 7 case represents a frightening new frontier in the war on speech. Indicted for protest activity against a criminally abusive animal-testing lab, their alleged modern forms civil disobedience and traditional free expression is being heralded as terrorism by big business and their pocketed politicians.

The college graduates, law school student, EMT, and social justice volunteers draw a sharp contrast from the ‘Timothy McVeighs’ of the world, but are being pursued no differently. Charged under the Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act they face millions in fines and up to twenty-three years in jail for protected political speech and an unabashed support of controversial forms activism.

Their conviction is constitutionally flawed and imperils not only those who speak out on behalf of animals, but also anyone who has something controversial to say. The stand they now take is a stand for the civil liberties of us all.

This profile is maintained by Andy's support committee.
Who I'd like to meet:
Those in support of political prisoners!

1.WRITE ANDY A LETTER

Andrew Stepanian
26399-050
USP Marion
US Penitentiary
PO Box 1000
Marion, IL 62959


IMPORTANT: When writing to any political prisoner, write your return address inside your letter as well as on the outside. Do not use any gel pens or stickers. Do not write about anything controversial that could get Andy in trouble in any way. Be aware that authorities read these letters and sensitive information could be harmful to both Andy and yourself. Finally, please be patient. Andy has lost his phone access and has very limited resources for writing at this time. Please do not stop offering your support.

2.DONATE TO THE SHAC7 SUPPORT FUND


3.DONATE TO ANDY'S LEGAL DEFENSE FUND - The appeals process is extremely expensive. Please help in any way that you can. Pledge a portion of your paycheck. Consider skipping your coffee for the week and donating the money you save. Host a benefit, large or small, and giving that money to help Support Andy!!!




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Tim [xvx]





Jun 24 2008 1:40 PM

I got a letter reply from Andy two days ago, glad to hear he's doing well! Stay strong XVX
VEGANARCHIZT !





Jun 26 2008 12:24 AM

LOVE YA ANDY !
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Adrian xvx





Jun 10 2008 1:46 PM

Hey buddy, I doubt theyre forwarding you myspace comments, but I sent you a letter yesterday. stay vigilant.
In Our Hearts





Jun 10 2008 6:07 PM

Brooklyn!
Vegan Karley





May 18 2008 9:32 PM

Andy I just sent you another letter today. It's been a while since I sent you one. I sure hope you're doing well right now.


Bite Back





May 20 2008 9:54 AM

Bite Back magazine - issue number 13 out now! Click here to get your copy.


♥♥ Doing Time ♥♥





May 14 2008 5:59 PM

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“Never stop believing in dreaming, and
never stop dreaming of believing. That
is what gives us hope, and what keeps
us alive.”

Dream! Believe! Hope!
In Friendship and Love ~
Marti
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Team Colors





May 15 2008 4:20 PM



Team Colors supports Andy! Miss ya buddy!
rabbit





May 2 2008 6:21 PM

A FRIEND OF MINE AND MYSELF HAVE GOT A BRILLIANT IDEA,

A MILLION MAN MARCH FOR ANIMAL RIGHTS ON WASHINGTON DC, THIS WILL BOOST OUR FIGHT FOR THE VOICELSS

http://www. myspace. com/bobscycling

TOGATHER WE CAN MAKE THIS HAPPEN, AND PLEASE POST IN BULLETINS MAYBE A TOP FRIEND IF POSSIBLE, WE ARE AIMING AT THE SUMMER OF 09, THIS GIVES US A YEAR TO ORGANIZE AND WITH EVERYONE COMPILED TOGATHER IT CAN AND WILL HAPPEN!

CHAZ
Equanimal





May 8 2008 2:51 PM

6 Equanimal Activists have jumped to the “Las Ventas” bullring in Madrid to demand the abolition of bullfighting (on 4th May)
This is the first time that activists demand the abolition of bullfighting from the inside a bullring and this is the first action in “Las Ventas” what is the most important worldwide bullring.
With this peaceful demonstration , Equanimal Foundation demands the Abolition of bullfighting, and animal rights. Equanimal Foundation hope that this action will become on the first way for the end of this cruel torture.
For more information visit:
equanimal. org
antitaurino. org

asaltoalruedo. org

Fundación Equanimal (Activismo que da la cara por los animales)
Equanimal Foundation (Activism for animal rights)



Joe Snow Wants Californians to Vote Yes on Prop. 2





Apr 30 2008 5:25 PM

hello friend,

***please forward to as many other friends as possible***

Help Save Zion National Park and the Mojave Desert

Washington County Bill Is Still Unacceptable for Wilderness

On April 9, 2008, Senator Robert Bennett (R-UT) introduced S. 2834, the Washington County Growth and Conservation Act of 2008 -- a bill that would sell off thousands of acres of our public lands surrounding Zion National Park and in southwest Utah's Mojave Desert, divert conservation funding to be used for development projects, fail to protect over half of the proposed wilderness in Washington County, and leave sensitive wild lands at risk from off-road vehicle damage.

Please take the time to write to your Senators and urge them to oppose S. 2824 in its current form. Due to the efforts of Utah wilderness supporters, a similar bill was defeated in the last congressional session. With your help, we are confident that we can either fix the bill or defeat it once again!

Take Action:
http://www. suwa. org/site/PageServer?pagename=action_center
Support Mel





Apr 28 2008 7:24 AM

Thanks for supporting Mel, don't forget what he is fighting for!

VeganVal





Apr 27 2008 6:25 PM

Thank you for adding me to Andy's page. I admire Andy and the rest of Shac 7 for all that they've done and are continuing to do even from prison.

VeganVal
*Compassion is SEXY*
♥♥ Doing Time ♥♥





Apr 27 2008 4:45 AM

thankyou

Thank you for accepting
my friendship!
With Love & Respect ~
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Lil Cali Hippy





Apr 23 2008 4:07 PM

I walk along a Canyon bluff

I take in to my body air filled with the fragrance of sage and wild flowers
Further into the Canyon I go
Step by step the wicked world I leave behind
Sparrows chase and call out to each other
sparrows
Among the trails in the deep grass
Markings of where a wild earthling
Found slumber for the night
I find on top of the Canyon a bench
I sit and rest closing my eyes

I can now hear the animals
Scurrying in the flowers and around me
I open my eyes and see a lizard strolling among the path

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Time has past and I must leave my paradise
I wander through the trails
My hands gently touching the top of the wild flowers as I walk by
Butterflies soon fill the air surrounding me
Flowers And Butterflies
My journey has ended and all I can think is
How I wish everyone in this cold world could feel the peace
I just experience I know one day we all will walk this earth
Peacefully among the animals as one!!

Have a wonderful night
Love and peace
Lil Cali Hippy
Let Live





Apr 19 2008 4:46 PM

[john c. LEUM]





Apr 18 2008 9:40 AM

you have my full support man! take care!

little monkeys
Lil Cali Hippy





Apr 15 2008 9:51 AM

I support those who stand up for the earthlings that have no voice.
animal testing
Alison





Mar 27 2008 8:28 AM

HLS Undercover
..
jennifer





Mar 19 2008 11:44 AM

letter #6 returned :(

i can't wait to hand deliver one!
NYC Anarchist Black Cross Federation





Mar 15 2008 3:29 PM

DEATH TO THE STATE!

A benefit for activists facing charges and political prisoners

brought to you by NYC Anarchist Black Cross Federation

Sunday, March 16th: EARLY-ISH SHOW!
6 pm, at Death By Audio in Williamsburg, Brooklyn
(49 S. 2nd, L to Bedford or JMZ to Marcy)

WITH! Death Mold: NYC Spore Core. Members of Planned Collapse, ex Oi
Polloi, Dregs (http://www. myspace. com/deathmold666)

Razor Bois: Hardcore Antifa Punk on tour from Moscow!
(http://www. myspace. com/razorbois)

Perdition: Ex A.P.P.L.E. Noise Blast

Hipster Holocaust: Hometown Hardcore Heroes
(http://www. myspace. com/hipsterholocaust)

Fucked By The State: Fast and Loud, Political Punk
(http://www. myspace. com/fbtsassault)

Vegan treats, zines, and more for sale. All ages, 21+ to drink at bar, No outside booze or drugs.

For the abolition of state repression and domination!
http://www. myspace. com/nycanarchistblackcross
nycabc[at]riseup[dot]net
Team Colors





Mar 13 2008 1:49 PM

Bottled Water Blues





Mar 5 2008 2:01 PM

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LEARN MORE ABOUT BOTTLED WATER AT
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Support Laura and Kevin!!





Feb 29 2008 6:21 PM

Thanks for supporting Laura!

Don't forget to write!
☆ MeLISSA ☆





Feb 26 2008 2:35 PM

Thank you... Stay in touch!
"Abolition. Liberation. Freedom."
x x x - Melissa

"Night of justice, knight of justice.
Liberation’s crusade has begun. Your
laws will have no meaning past the
setting of the sun. Demons feeding off
of the innocents’ pain. Generations of
oppression, one generation will break
this chain." -Earth Crisis

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Is Online


Feb 18 2008 8:44 PM

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sending MASSIVE hugs and best wishes we are all behind you
Mercy For Animals





Feb 8 2008 9:14 AM

The Fairy Tale is Over
A Public Service Announcement by Mercy For Animals

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nowhere fast





Jan 10 2008 1:30 AM

BIRTHDAY JAM! Tuesday, January 22nd

Birthday Card-and-Letter-Writing for Political Prisoners Jonathan Paul, Josh Harper (both born J31!) Jake Conroy (Feb3), and Veronza Bowers (Feb4)-
7pm at 123 Tompkins Ave, Brooklyn.

The deal, as always, is that you come bringing only yourself (and your
friends and comrades), and we provide you with a delicious vegan meal,
information about a political prisoner or group of prisoners as well as
all of the letter-writing materials and prisoner-letter-writing info you
could ever want to use in one evening. In return, you write a thoughtful
letter to a political prisoner or prisoner of war of your choosing or
better yet, keep up a long-term correspondence.

Directions to 1-2-3:
123 Tompkins Avenue, between Myrtle & Vernon Avenues
http://www.123communityspace.org/directions

For more information please visit:
http://www.shac7.com
http://www.veronza.org
http://www.joshharper.org
http://www.myspace.com/veganjedi (Jake support)
http://www.greenscare.org (for more information on Jonathan Paul, and other eco-prisoners)

Brought to you by NYC Anarchist Black Cross - nycabc@riseup.net
Stacie





Jan 1 2008 8:21 PM

Thank you kindly for adding me, keep up the good fight!!
All the best
♥Stacie
MAHALIyah AYla





Jan 4 2008 11:08 AM

Always in Solidarity, Struggle, and Strength,

Words are our weapons, but they MUST be transformed into action. Spread knowledge. Fight for peace.

.love.

MAH

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