prison reform
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Rest in Paradise
I was heartbroken to read about the death of Washington Teachers' Union President Elizabeth Davis. What a force she was.
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Tony Lewis Jr. Leads Movement Seeking Clemency for His Father
In the 30-plus years during which he’s been incarcerated, Tony Lewis Sr. has mentored younger inmates, quelled conflicts within correctional…
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Son of Jesse Jackson to Help Deal With High Costs of Prison Phone Calls
Attorney and entrepreneur Yusef Jackson is joining the executive team at Aventiv Technologies, according to a company announcement.
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Qiana Johnson Continues to Make Justice for All Her Mission
Qiana Johnson recently drove three hours from Prince George's County to Worchester County on the Eastern Shore to support a…
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Kemba Smith: Black Women Disenfranchised After Leaving Prison
Kemba Smith, prisoner #26370-083, is one of the few African American women to have a prison sentence commuted to time-served…
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Many Men and Women Often Still Feel Behind Bars After Being Released
A former convict and his lady applied for an apartment. The building manager told the couple that even though the…
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THE RELIGION CORNER: Am I My Brother’s Keeper?
Jesus is the reason for the season! This is when we show love for one another, for caring for others,…
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CHAVIS: Stopping the Exploitation of Prisoners and Their Families Requires More Comprehensive Solutions
Individuals who have been sentenced to prison for a crime are already paying their debt to society. They should not…
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Felony Convictions Remain Hurdles to Voting for Incarcerated and Returning Citizens
State officials have passed voting measures to allow those incarcerated and those released from prison and jail to have access…
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Braveboy Leads Voter Initiative in Prince George’s County
Prince George’s County State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy wants to ensure voter intimidation doesn't take place in the majority-Black jurisdiction during…
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