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Delaware Governor Recognizes Benefits of JRI in State of the State, Pushes for More Reform
In his recent State of the State address, Delaware Governor Jack Markell laid…
Feb 06, 2014
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Remembering Robert Wilson, Philanthropist Who Fought to Reduce Solitary Confinement
Robert W. Wilson died on December 23, 2013, and Vera and all those who find…
Feb 05, 2014
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Justice Reinvested
Billions of dollars are spent in the U.S. every year to incarcerate the largest…
Feb 03, 2014
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President Obama Will Promote Opportunity in State of the Union, but Sentencing Laws and Other Obstacles Block the Way for Many
Tonight, President Obama will speak to the nation in his State of the Union…
Jan 28, 2014
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In Nebraska, a Guardian’s Failure Signals New Challenges
People with limited capacity and serious medical needs often require guardians…
Jan 09, 2014
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I-STOP a Good Start, but More Needs to be Done in the Fight Against Prescription Drug Abuse
New York City is not immune to the nationwide epidemic of opioid prescription…
Jan 02, 2014
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With liberty, justice, and communication access for all?
By now, you are likely aware of the fake sign language interpreter at Nelson…
Dec 23, 2013
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Reflecting on Mandela’s “Education as the Weapon to Change the World”
Since the death of former South African President Nelson Mandela, people around…
Dec 18, 2013
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Vera Launches Effort to Keep “Misbehaving” Kids Out of Court
Every year, thousands of young people end up in courtrooms because they ran…
Dec 13, 2013
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The Potential Impact of the Affordable Care Act on the Criminal Justice System
Starting in 2014, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) will dramatically expand…
Dec 10, 2013