.Prof. Stan Andrisse was told he was hopeless and a career criminal. He was determined to change the prosecutor's narrative over his life. The role of the prosecutor is something that should be considered when looking at the justice system in America. bit.ly/3MZ390g

October is coming to a close, but we are still asking lawmakers to pass the SOBER Act & Medicaid Reentry Act in light of #NationalSubstanceAbusePreventionMonth . Will you ask your lawmakers to help our returning neighbors live their true potential? bit.ly/3yCPYfd

“Even before the pandemic, formerly incarcerated people had an unemployment rate of around 27%. That’s higher than at any point in the Great Depression.” Promote #SecondChanceHiring . bit.ly/3SleLvl

Crack & powder cocaine are nearly identical chemically, but 18x more powder cocaine has the same penalty as crack cocaine. The difference in how we punish cocaine crimes gravely impacts communities of color. SEND A LETTER: p2a.co/K31nukg #EndtheDisparity Prison Fellowship Advocacy

Thank you to Mrs. Homuth and Sheyenne High School for inviting me to talk with her law & justice students. The class of juniors and seniors is studying criminal law and working on a mock trial to better understand America’s criminal justice system.

Community leaders are so essential for breaking cycles of crime and poverty and helping returning citizens live out their God-given destiny. So grateful for the work of Bonton Farms highlighted by Kevin Roberts Heritage Foundation. #secondchances #reentry youtube.com/watch?v=rIEGFF…

Crack & powder cocaine are nearly identical chemically, but 18x more powder cocaine has the same penalty as crack cocaine. The difference in how we punish cocaine crimes gravely impacts communities of color. SEND A LETTER: p2a.co/caxfekD #EndtheDisparity Prison Fellowship Advocacy

A more restorative justice system respects the God-given worth of both those who police our communities and those who commit or suffer from crime. Ask your lawmakers to pass the Law Enforcement De-Escalation Training Act today! bit.ly/3y59gcS

Gov. Bill Lee gets it. His voice is powerful on criminal justice issues. We need sound policies now more than ever.

Over 95% percent of incarcerated Tennesseans ultimately come home. So appreciate Gov. Bill Lee highlighting the need for comprehensive strategies to equip them to become positive future neighbors in the Volunteer State. Julie Warren Kate Trammell Ja'Ron Smith Brett L. Tolman

Thanks to Joy’s advocacy, Oklahomans w/ a criminal record will have a fairer shot at gaining meaningful employment. Want to learn how you can advocate for a more restorative justice system? Sign up for our Nov. 3 Justice Ambassador webinar! bit.ly/3Dg5cty

When community supervision terms are unjustly long, or conditions are too restrictive, we waste human potential, perpetuate the cycle of crime, & erode family stability. Ask your governor to make community supervision more effective. bit.ly/3I9IWkS

'The number one thing that kept me from obtaining housing when I came home was my felony. I applied around 50 times and got denied because of my criminal record.' - Hajee, returning citizen whose story is featured in A New Day 1

Violent crime brings hardship to too many Oklahoma families. Our response must deepen, not abandon, the state's progress in promoting reentry success, more constructive prisons, and trust in the justice system. Holly Harris Lauren Krisai Justice Action Network normantranscript.com/news/oklahoma-…

Did you know over 100,000 Americans lost their lives to overdoses in 2021?

In light of #NationalSubstanceAbusePreventionMonth , you can ask your lawmakers to fight addiction by passing the SOBER Act & Medicaid Reentry Act. bit.ly/3yCPYfd

Barriers to success based upon a criminal record should always be limited to what is necessary to protect the public. Many people with a low-level criminal record should not have any restrictions, including to a licensed occupation. bit.ly/3CRZwnZ

Campaign rhetoric has been getting me down. But, today, there’s one bright spot in the political landscape. After a Senate vote just now, every single member of the Pennsylvania Legislature voted to provide retroactive relief to those w/ a DL suspension for a non-driving offense.

Financial sanctions can be a key tool for holding individuals accountable but should not be unduly burdensome to the success of those with a criminal record. Thank you Right On Crime marilyndavidson for outlining why #Oklahoma to right size use of fines and fees! Sarah Mae Decker