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A4: FTP statutes rely on the unsubstantiated belief that all kids exposed to DV require state intervention, e.g. removal. Dear of CPS involvement may decrease disclosure of violence & reduce the number of survivors seeking assistance #FTP

A4: Founded on/regulated by the norms of white supremacist, ableist hetero-partriarchy, the state never intended to support or honor mothers of color, poor moms, trans and GNC parents, moms w/ disability. #FTP

Q5: What are some examples of FTP cases or defense campaigns in support of moms charged or convicted for the harm done to their children by another? How can people support? #FTP

A5: BuzzFeed found 73 cases of moms who, regardless of whether they were battered, were sentenced to 10 years or more: https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/alexcampbell/these-mothers-were-sentenced-to-at-least-10-years-for-failin … #FTP

But, there are many more cases, harder if not impossible to track for data purposes, of moms charged under the theory of failure to protect, grieving loss & separation from their kids (kids grieving too), sentenced for years to life. #FTP

A5: Shantonio’s abuser harmed her son, minimized the harm he had done and kept her from calling for help. She could only try to care for and comfort her son as he lay dying. You can support post-conviction relief efforts for Shantonio by donating to her legal fund. #FreeShantonio