Blog Nov 18, 2014
After Proposition 47: Following the money
Two weeks ago, California voters ushered in a landmark opportunity to reduce the state’s over-reliance on incarceration. Now it’s up to advocates to make sure the savings get into the right hands.
Blog Nov 6, 2014
In memory of Roland Carey, former CJCJ director
Independent Living Program provided support and housing for young people.
Blog Nov 4, 2014
Felony Disenfranchisement on Election Day
Election Day is an annual reminder on the importance of civic engagement. Unfortunately, an alarming number of Americans do not have the option to vote because of their involvement in the criminal justice system.
Blog Oct 28, 2014
The Sixties Have Returned in Ferguson
The continuing protests in Missouri show that racial segregation in the US is just as problematic as it was in the ’60s.
Blog Oct 21, 2014
Where do black teenagers and white middle-agers get busted for drugs at equal rates?
In Los Angeles, huge declines in drug arrests of black teenagers and skyrocketing arrests of white middle-agers have led to an unimaginable new racial equality.