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Twenty-four years after the federal siege at Mount Carmel, survivor Sheila Martin challenges the historical narrative and calls out civil rights leaders for their silence.

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About this episode

Sheila Martin marks the 24th anniversary of the Mount Carmel siege by honoring the diverse victims of the 1993 Waco massacre. Martin highlights that one-third of those killed were Black, a fact often overlooked in historical retellings. She critiques civil rights figures Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton for failing to advocate for the victims during the federal standoff.

A commemorative church dedicated on April 19, 2000, remains the focal point of the site despite recent tornado damage to the structure. The reconstruction effort began in September 1999 to provide a space for survivors and supporters seventeen years after its completion. Martin references her past appearances on Hard Copy and Extra as rare examples of media outlets attempting to broadcast the truth about the Branch Davidian community. Current efforts focus on challenging modern filmmakers and journalists to produce accurate documentaries that move beyond government narratives.

Sheila Martin shares poignant memories of the memorial service while standing amidst the remnants of the Mount Carmel property. Her call for transparency serves as a reminder of the human cost behind the headlines. The segment emphasizes the ongoing struggle for a definitive public record of the events that transpired twenty-four years ago.

CHAPTER 01 / 3 Discussion

Sheila Martin Reflects on Waco 24th Anniversary Memorial

Sheila Martin, a survivor of the Mount Carmel siege, discusses the 24th anniversary memorial service featuring photos of the victims. The conversation highlights the diverse backgrounds of the deceased, noting that approximately one-third of the victims were Black. Criticism is directed toward civil rights leaders like Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton for their perceived lack of advocacy for the victims during the 1993 incident.

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00:00 Okay folks we're back here with Sheila Martin and she is a Waco survivor. And I want to, how did you think the 24th anniversary went this year. She thought was very interesting having them the pictures with the names that made oh That was a great yes, great show you put on this year helped you to see that These were real people at these they all had very pleasant faces They were very young it's one thing you recognize and And they all were from different places and different nationalities. And y'all made it clear this year, I always thought that was a really good point why Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton and all these people never took up for the minority black people here that was here like one third of the people were black here right? How come I never heard from Jesse Jackson

00:53 But if you got one person beat up on the street out here, you've got 2,000 people on the street protesting. We sure didn't have a lot of protests when y'all were being violated here. Y'all were actually... your family was actually murdered in my opinion So I and I just wanted to Always show you every year. So, you know we get a little grayer every year You stay the same Sheila you say the same for 24 years? You've looked the same How do you stay so young? And and let me just point back at the church here I

01:30 I'm so glad that God had his hand on that church because a tornado hit it. You know that, right? That's what they're saying and I would hate something to happen to that church because that church was a lot of work for us to build it and you were there hammering too over the years What took seven months to build we started, you know we started that 17 years ago September 19 1999 and then We dedicated it to y'all seven months later on April 19

CHAPTER 02 / 3 Discussion

Mount Carmel Church Reconstruction and Tornado Damage

A commemorative church was built at the Mount Carmel site starting in September 1999 and dedicated on April 19, 2000. Despite a recent tornado strike, the structure remains a focal point for survivors and supporters. The timeline marks 17 years since the building's completion and 24 years since the original Waco siege events.

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00:53 But if you got one person beat up on the street out here, you've got 2,000 people on the street protesting. We sure didn't have a lot of protests when y'all were being violated here. Y'all were actually... your family was actually murdered in my opinion So I and I just wanted to Always show you every year. So, you know we get a little grayer every year You stay the same Sheila you say the same for 24 years? You've looked the same How do you stay so young? And and let me just point back at the church here I

01:30 I'm so glad that God had his hand on that church because a tornado hit it. You know that, right? That's what they're saying and I would hate something to happen to that church because that church was a lot of work for us to build it and you were there hammering too over the years What took seven months to build we started, you know we started that 17 years ago September 19 1999 and then We dedicated it to y'all seven months later on April 19

02:08 2000, year 2000. That was 17 years ago and now we're at 24 years! Yes Next year is going to be 25? I at least get to see you once a year yes that's right God bless you Sheila Thank You And I saw your daughter she how old is your daughter now 28 oh my god yes God and how old was she or your daughter when all this for All right, well God bless y'all. And let me just say something to you all here I hope you all put a good story together and get the truth out here what happened here at Mount Carmel because the truth has not all came out yet Sheila. You keep talking. Remember when you were on Extra?

CHAPTER 03 / 3 Discussion

Media Coverage and Truth in Waco Documentaries

Sheila Martin's previous media appearances on programs like Extra and Hard Copy are cited as rare instances of the truth being broadcast. There is a call for modern journalists and filmmakers to produce accurate accounts of the events at Mount Carmel. The segment concludes with a plea to ensure the full story of the 1993 siege is eventually revealed to the public.

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02:47 About 17 years ago. So now that's first time they ever had any truth come out and was on one of those tablet shows You know that extra TV show hard copy or whatever you were on? That was good. Hope y'all do the same Bye