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Local leadership in criminal justice reform
Most discussions about the potential of criminal justice reform center on…
Jun 03, 2015
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Introducing the Challenge Network
When the MacArthur Foundation announced the Safety and Justice Challenge…
May 27, 2015
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What do local jails really cost?
How much does it cost to house the 730,000 men and women in America’s jails?…
May 21, 2015
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States must do more to capitalize on ACA’s promise
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) stands to increase access to mental health and…
May 18, 2015
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Reflecting on policing, Freddie Gray, and the Baltimore uprisings: Finding common ground to promote healing
On the evening of Sunday, May 10, Prince performed a benefit concert at the…
May 14, 2015
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New bill aims to enhance public safety through stronger mental health services
Congress recently introduced the Comprehensive Justice and Mental Health Act…
May 11, 2015
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Education is a human right
International laws declare education to be an inherent human right.…
May 01, 2015
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Public defenders can open the door to health services
The data clearly show that people with mental health issues are overrepresented…
Apr 29, 2015
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Paving the way to equity in victim services
Earlier this month, Common Justice—a Vera demonstration project—hosted “Paving…
Apr 27, 2015
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The mechanics of diversity recruitment
Every police department should be expected to have a competent, professional…
Apr 21, 2015