Prison Reform
Study Finds Evidence of Ferguson Effect

A new study suggests “Ferguson Effect” is real. Here’s why that could be a good thing for criminal justice reform.

Prison Reform
It’s Finally Here: Senators Introduce Prison Reform Bill

Criminal justice reform got one step closer today to becoming the first major bipartisan legislative achievement of President Obama’s time in office.

Prison Reform
Obama Looks to Give Pell Grants to Prisoners

Helping prisoners get an education is a good move, but it’s unfortunate that the Administration is choosing to take steps unilaterally.

Prison Reform
De Blasio’s Clean Up of Rikers Starts Working

Bill de Blasio’s push to reduce violence at Rikers Island is slowly making progress. However daunting the problems, prison and jail reforms are desperately needed throughout the country.

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