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Feb 15, 2011
Focus: Civil Rights
Action Request: Write Letter
Location: United States

Message forwarded on behalf of the Leonard Peltier Defense Offense Committee. Please take action on Mr. Peltier's behalf, today. At this time, Mr. Peltier's most pressing need is proper medical care. His only hope of being seen by qualified physicians and receiving care that complies with standard medical protocols is to be immediately transferred to another facility. For background information on this current crisis, read our November 2010 press release. You can help. Please print this letter (PDF format). Sign the letter; write your name and mailing address; and mail or fax your letter today. Mail to: Federal Bureau of Prisons Address: 320 1st Street, NW, Washington, DC 20534 Fax: (202) 514-6620 Sample Text Often a handwritten heartfelt letter is quite effective. Remember to always employ a respectful tone and keep your comments brief and to the point. If you wish, you may adapt the following text. Harley G. Lappin, Director U.S. Bureau of Prisons 320 First Street, NW Washington, DC 20534 Dear Mr. Lappin: It has come to my attention that Leonard Peltier #89637-132, an inmate at the U.S. Penitentiary in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, is in dire need of medical attention. I believe that Mr. Peltier's medical needs are urgent. He needs to be seen by proper medical staff. Therefore, I respectfully request that Leonard Peltier be transferred to FCI-Oxford in Wisconsin or FMC-Rochester in Minnesota. Either of these facilities can adequately accommodate Mr. Peltier's medical needs. Thank you in advance for transferring Leonard Peltier and immediately addressing his medical needs! Sincerely, Signature Thank you for all you do on Mr. Peltier's behalf. Time to set him free... Because it is the RIGHT thing to do. Friends of Peltier http://www.FreePeltierNow.org

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