Sample Letter for Supporters to Send Their Congressman and Ask Them to Write Letter of Support for Ramiro "Ramsey" Muniz

The Honorable ____________________

United States Congressman

             Re: Application for Compassionate Release for Ramiro R. Muñiz, 40288-115

Dear Congressman:

I am writing to express my support for Ramiro R. Muñiz, who is in the process of submitting an application through the Presidential Compassionate Release Program. The compassionate release that he seeks is based on his age and current physical condition. On December 13, 2013, he will turn 71.

 

Mr. Muñiz suffers from chronic degenerative joint disease which has severely impacted his ability to walk. He uses a wheelchair the majority of the time. Medical documentation reflects that Muñiz also suffers from chronic edema and microcytic/hypochromic anemia.

 

Family members and supporters of Ramiro R. Muñiz respectfully ask that you send a letter of support to President Barack Obama. A sample letter is enclosed for your convenience. Please deliver your correspondence to administrative assistants in Washington, D.C. and send a copy of your letter of support to Dick DeGuerin, Attorney at Law, who is representing Ramiro Muñiz in this matter. His address is:

 

Mr. Dick DeGuerin

Attorney at Law
1018 Preston – 7^th Floor
Houston, TX  77002

 

Thank you for your attention to this matter that is urgent to many of us who believe in freedom, justice, and love. We ask that you help us free Ramsey Muñiz.

  

                                                            Very truly yours,

 

 

Sample Letter From a Congressman to President Barack Obama to Support the Compassionate Release of Ramiro "Ramsey" Muniz

October 21, 2013

 

The Honorable Barack Obama

President of the United States
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20500

 

            Re: Application for Compassionate Release for Ramiro R. Muñiz, 40288-115

 

Dear President Obama:

I am writing to express my support for Ramiro R. Muñiz, who is in the process of submitting an application through the Compassionate Release Program. The compassionate release that he seeks is based on his age and current physical condition. On December 13, 2013, he will turn 71.

 

Mr. Muñiz suffers from chronic degenerative joint disease which has severely impacted his ability to walk and function at a correctional facility. He uses a wheelchair the majority of the time. Medical documentation reflects that Muñiz also suffers from chronic edema and microcytic/hypochromic anemia.

 

Family members and supporters of Ramiro R. Muñiz have contacted me because they seek your compassionate consideration of his application. I support their efforts for the compassionate release of Ramiro R. Muñiz.

 

                                                            Very truly yours,

  

                                                            United States Congressman

                                                           

 

 

Demand Justice and Freedom for Ramsey Muñiz

Friends --
Please forward it to all contacts, organizations, and media. Write to President Barack Obama and ask him to grant a Commutation of Sentence for Ramiro “Ramsey” Muñiz and free him from 20 years of unjust imprisonment. See the mailing address below. For additional details, go to www.supportramsey.blogspot.com and www.freeramsey.com.

 

                                                                August 5, 2013

 

Irma L. Muñiz
National Committee to Free Ramsey Muñiz
PMB 216 5403 Everhart Road
Corpus Christi, TX  78411
 

The Honorable Barack Obama
President of the United States
c/o Office of the Pardon Attorney
1425 New York Avenue, N.W. Suite 11000
Washington, D.C. 20530

           Re: Defense of Human Rights for Ramiro “Ramsey” Muñiz

 Dear President Barack Obama:

 After your tour of Maison Des Esclaves you stated “…We have to remain vigilant when it comes to the defense of people’s human rights -- because I’m a firm believer that humanity is fundamentally good, but it’s only good when good people stand up for what’s right. “ (Remarks by President Obama After Tour of Maison Des Esclaves, 2013, http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2013/06/27/remarks-president-obama-after-tour-maison-des-esclaves). We agree with your position on human rights.

The National Committee to Free Ramsey Muñiz seeks human rights for Ramiro “Ramsey” Muñiz, an American citizen who has been unjustly imprisoned for nearly twenty years. He was a distinguished football star and scholar. He was awarded a full scholarship to Baylor University where he served as an officer of the Fellowship Christian Athletes.  Ramsey Muñiz received a Bachelor of Arts and Science Degree in Political Science, and a Juris Doctorate Degree from Baylor School of Law. He was a successful attorney who later became one of the first Mexican Americans/Hispanics to run for Governor of Texas.

In his 1994 conviction, Ramsey Muñiz was pursued without cause, tried by an all white jury, and sentenced to life without parole. Information that would have exonerated him was withheld, which was in violation of his constitutional, civil, and human rights. For these reasons, we continue to demand justice and freedom.

We have corresponded with you about the case of Ramsey Muñiz. His life was unlawfully and unjustly taken, and he has suffered greatly for many years of his life. Family members and supporters have suffered throughout years of separation, and they stand by him today.

 

When you speak of human rights, we ask, “What about the case of Ramsey Muñiz?” Human rights are intended for people of all colors, and this includes Hispanics, Latinos and
Mexican-American citizens in the United States.

 

Ramsey Muñiz has been wrongfully incarcerated for many years. National Hispanic and Latino communities throughout the United States seek his immediate release. As a president who believes in defending human rights, we ask for your support in helping to obtain his freedom. To learn more about Ramsey Muñiz, go to www.freeramsey.com.

 

                                                            Very truly yours,

                                  Irma Muñiz

 

Letter to Mail in Support of Freedom for Ramsey Muniz

                                                             June 8, 2013

 

The Honorable Barack Obama
President of the United States
c/o Office of the Pardon Attorney
1425 New York Avenue, N.W. Suite 11000
Washington, D.C. 20530 

 

Dear Mr. President:

               We have struggled for many years to free Ramiro “Ramsey” Muñiz from imprisonment for a 1994 conviction and excessive sentence of life without parole for a non-violent drug offense. Ramsey and his family and friends have endured pain and suffering as a result of nearly 20 years of suffering. He is now turning 70 years of age and we refuse to let him die in prison.

               Wrong perceptions, judgment, mistakes, withholding evidence, and Ramsey’s political background contributed to his convictions. He was a community activist during the Civil Rights and Chicano Movements. Ramsey raised the political consciousness in Texas and the Southwest. He enabled many to gain a political voice and seek public office at local, state, and national levels. He incurred legal problems as a result of this activism.

               All appeals have been exhausted as the law did not work in our favor. We now seek your assistance and we ask that you grant Ramsey Muñiz a Commutation of Sentence on humanitarian grounds.

               We believe in your leadership and we ask that you help free Ramsey Muñiz so that he can be reunited with his family once again. To learn more about him, go to www.freeramsey.com.

 
                                                                Very truly yours,

 

Texas LULAC Supports Release of Ramsey Muniz

 

LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICAN CITIZENS

 

RESOLUTION

                                        Introduced by:    LULAC District 7, Austin, TX  

 

LULAC 2013 Texas State Convention

 

Resolution in support of the humanitarian release of Ramsey Muñiz

WHEREAS, Ramiro “Ramsey” Muñiz, a great civil rights leader of the Chicano Movimiento, who advocated for freedom and equality for all Mexican Americans and Latinos throughout America; and

Whereas, Ramsey Muñiz   represented the best and the brightest advocates for the poor and underrepresented Latinos in Texas and became a Texas gubernatorial candidate in 1972 and 1974 for La Raza Unida Party; and

WHEREAS, Through his work as a community volunteer, Ramsey Muñiz brought significant social, educational, political and economic advancements for Mexican Americans, Hispanics, Latinos and other Americans throughout Texas, the Southwest, and nation; and

WHEREAS, Ramsey Muniz’s advocacy increased his vulnerability to prosecution  that ultimately resulted in his imprisonment without the possibility of parole. Which sentence constitutes cruel and unusual punishment for a such a worthy man, and  

Whereas, Ramsey Muniz has now spent 20 years of his life unjustly  imprisoned, far from his family and friends , where he has suffered greatly and continues to suffer to this day; and

WHEREAS, Ramsey Muñiz, is 70 years of age and poses no threat to his community. On the contrary his release would benefit the Latino Community; and

WHEREAS, the League of United Latin Americans Citizens (LULAC) acknowledges Ramsey Muniz’s civil rights works on behalf of  Latinos and Ramsey Muñiz and also recognizes that Presidential compassion is merited in this case.

Therefore Be It Resolved, that Texas LULAC supports the efforts of the National Committee to Free Ramsey Muñiz and requests that President Barack Obama grant Ramsey Muñiz an immediate Commutation of Sentence. Freedom for Ramsey Muñiz.

 

Letters to Ask President Barack Obama to Free Ramsey Muniz

Dear Friends:

Letters of support are being sent to President Barack Obama, asking for the immediate freedom of Ramsey Muñiz! We ask members and leaders of organizations, congressmen, attorneys, educators, and ALL people to join this effort. Ramsey is 70 years of age, and he has been imprisoned for almost 20 years! Help us free a man who helped many others.

 

Your  letter will be addressed to President Barack Obama, and it will be sent to the Office of the Pardon Attorney by fax or mail. Do NOT send letters by email. Below is a sample letter, fax, and telephone number. Thank you for your assistance!

 

Fax Cover Sheet
To: Ronald Rodgers, Pardon Attorney
Phone: 202-616-6070
Fax: 202- 616-6069

Mailing Address

The Honorable Barack Obama

President of the United States
c/o Ronald Rodgers, Pardon Attorney
Office of the Pardon Attorney
1425 New York Avenue, N.W. Suite 11000
Washington, D.C. 20530 

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April 24, 2013

 

Your Name

Address
City State Zip

The Honorable Barack Obama

President of the United States
c/o Ronald Rodgers, Pardon Attorney
Office of the Pardon Attorney
1425 New York Avenue, N.W. Suite 11000
Washington, D.C. 20530  

 

Re: Commutation of Sentence for Ramiro “Ramsey” Muñiz 40288-115

Dear Mr. President:

I am writing to express my support for a Commutation of Sentence for Ramiro “Ramsey” Muñiz, who is now 70 years of age. He has been incarcerated for nearly twenty years. His sentence of life without parole is severe.

Mr. Muñiz is respected by many people throughout the United States for the contributions that he has made throughout his life. Through his community activism he brought about educational, economic, and political advancements for Mexican Americans, Hispanics, and many others.

Ramsey Muñiz is a good man and his conduct is exemplary. He lives a peaceful and spiritual life. Through his character, studies, and spirituality, he has a positive influence on others, and helps them seek peaceful solutions in their lives.

I join the national organizations, congressmen, educators, and many others who seek a Commutation of Sentence for Ramsey Muñiz. We ask that a favorable decision be granted on his petition for executive clemency.

We have great love for Ramsey and we have not lost our faith in God's power to restore his freedom. We ask your mercy and compassion in allowing him to spend his few remaining years of life with his family.

Very truly yours,

 

 

Fax a Letter to Support Ramsey to President Barack Obama As Soon As Possible

It is urgent that friends and supporters (including leaders of organizations, educators, attorneys, congressmen, religious leaders, and others), send a letter of support for Ramsey Muniz as
soon as possible. The letter will be addressed to President Barack Obama, and it will be sent to the Office of the Pardon Attorney.

Send your letter by fax or mail it to the address below. Thank you for your assistance!

To:          Ronald Rodgers, Pardon Attorney
Phone:    202-616-6070
Fax:        202- 616-6069
Address: 1425 New York Avenue, N.W. Suite 11000
               Washington, D.C. 20530

 

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March 10, 2013

The Honorable Barack Obama

President of the United States
c/o Ronald Rodgers, Pardon Attorney
Office of the Pardon Attorney
1425 New York Avenue, N.W. Suite 11000
Washington, D.C. 20530   

Re: Commutation of Sentence for Ramiro “Ramsey” Muñiz 40288-115

Dear Mr. President:

I am writing to express my support for a Commutation of Sentence for Ramiro “Ramsey” Muñiz, who is now 70 years of age.  He has been incarcerated for nearly twenty years. His sentence of life without parole is severe.

Mr. Muñiz is respected by many people throughout the United States for the contributions that he has made throughout his life.  Through his community activism he brought about educational, economic, and political advancements for Mexican Americans, Hispanics, and many others.

Ramsey Muñiz is a good man and his conduct is exemplary. He lives a peaceful and spiritual life. Through his character, studies, and spirituality, he has a positive influence on others, and helps them seek peaceful solutions in their lives.  

I join the national organizations, congressmen, educators, and many others who seek a Commutation of Sentence for Ramsey Muñiz.  We ask that a favorable decision be granted on his petition for executive clemency.

We have great love for Ramsey and we have not lost our faith in God's power to restore his freedom. We ask your mercy and compassion in allowing him to spend his few remaining years of life with his family.

                                              

Very truly yours,

 

 

                                                           

Letter to President Barack Obama from Pastor Dr. R.L. Uzzel

WAYMAN  CHAPEL

AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

1013 West Ennis Avenue

Ennis, Texas 75119

972-875-8550

   

Dr. R.L. (Bob) Uzzel-Pastor

972/878-0789 (Home)

469-285-0927 (Cell)

drbobuzz@yahoo.com

www.waymanennis.com

 

THE FRIENDLY CHURCH WERE EVERYBODY IS SOMEBODY AND CHRIST IS ALL

 

The Honorable Barack Obama

President of the United States of America
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC  20500                                                                                 

December 28, 2012

Dear Mr. President:

We have struggled for many years to free Ramiro " Ramsey " Muñiz from imprisonment for a 1994 conviction and excessive sentence of life without parole for a non-violent drug offense.  As Ramsey pointed out in an interview, he has never ever carried a weapon in his entire life.  He and his family and friends have endured pain and suffering as a result of his many years of incarceration.  He has turned 70 years of age on 13 December, 2012, and suffers from a number of health problems. We refuse to let him die in prison.

 I first met Ramsey in 1972, when he was La Raza Unida Party's Governor of Texas.  He was a community activist during the Civil Rights and Chicano Movements.  He did much to raise "political consciousness" in Texas and the Southwest. He enabled many to gain a political voice and seek public office at local, state, and national levels.  Many of today's Latino politicians got their start in La Raza Unida during the party's heyday from 1970 to 1978.  Others - the " Legacy Children," including Julian and Joaquin Castro of San Antonio -- were too young to be active in politics but attended La Raza Unida meetings with their parents.  All of these owe a debt to Ramsey Muñiz.

Ramsey incurred legal problems as a result of his activism.  Wrong perceptions, judgment, mistakes, withholding evidence, and Ramsey's political background contributed to his convictions.  Every time he went on trial, La Raza Unida was tried along with him even though the party has been legally dead for decades.

We have fought this case for many years, and all appeals have been exhausted as the law did not work in our favor. We now seek your assistance and we ask that you grant Ramsey Muñiz a Commutation of Sentence on humanitarian grounds.

We believe in your leadership and we ask that you help free an innocent man so that he can be reunited with his loving family once again.  To learn about Ramsey Muñiz, go to www.freeramsey.com.

Having voted for you in 2008 and again 2012, you are in my thoughts and prayers as you begin your second term.

In Peace and Solidarity,

Pastor Dr. R.L. Uzzel