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Racial Gerrymandering Suit Goes to Trial
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Fair districting and representation matter. The state legislative districts that the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission https://www.michigan.gov/micrc drew for this decade could be in jeopardy as a lawsuit claiming discrimination against Black voters moves forward. Yesterday a panel of three federal judges advanced Agee v. Benson to trial 17 months after it was filed by…
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Hear some ‘Inside Voices’ – August 2023
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The post Hear some ‘Inside Voices’ – August 2023 appeared first on Safe & Just Michigan. Second Look leads to second chances My name is John Halcomb. I am 60 years old. I regret my violent behavior every day as I am reminded through the violence I see in my prison environment. This prison violence,…
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DETROIT WARRANT CLINIC – October 14, 2023
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Our Own Wall Street is thrilled to announce that they’re bringing the Warrant Clinic to Detroit! Join us as we assist fellow Detroit residents in resolving arrest warrants. The types of warrants we can help with include *felony non-assaultive, *misdemeanor no victim, and *traffic-related offenses. This incredible event will be right within our community, –…
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Donations Needed for Back to School Drive
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Join VAAC’s Outreach Director E.B. Jordan for a Back to School Event she is hosting. Donations to $pjhousing are appreciated if you are able. S&D PJ Housing is hosting a Back to School Drive on Sunday, August 27th, to support students of all ages. Help us provide essential school supplies, backpacks, and more for a…
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Expungement Event in Detroit
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Join @#MIFreshStart and the #DetroitCaucus on August 26th, 2023 from 9:30 am – 12:30 pm at 1010 Antietam Ave, Detroit for an impactful expungement event, honoring the legacy of the late Rep. Isaac Robinson. Experience free legal services and kick-start your day with a nourishing breakfast. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for a fresh…
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Wrongful Conviction Summit
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Please register for this FREE event! This is a must have, accountability, conversation. We hope you’ll join us on October 28, 2023 from 9 am to 3 pm at Washtenaw Community College Morris Lawrence Building 4800 E. Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor!! Register Here: bit.ly/EndIMMUNITYNow Many wrongful convictions happen due to misconduct; whether from the…
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Support Needed to End Prison Gerrymandering
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**Support Requested** End Prison Gerrymandering in Michigan We need your support to end prison gerrymandering in Michigan. Michigan Senate Bill 494 is a step towards ensuring fair representation for all. We are proud to stand alongside the VAAC – Voting Access for All (VAAC), Voters Not Politicians, and other partners in support of this crucial…
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End JWLOP Legislative Advocacy Day
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Click HERE to register for Juvenile Life Without Parole Legislative Advocacy Day in Lansing on October 3, 2023 from 9 am – 3 pm.
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Citizens For Second Look Rally at the People’s Church of Flint
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Do you want to learn more about #SecondLookLegislation and how it can benefit our society? Do you want to hear from inspiring speakers who have lived experience with the criminal justice system? Do you want to enjoy free food, fun activities, and giveaways? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you should…
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MI Learning Community: Bridging Connections and Building Alternatives to Incarceration
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Join the MI Learning Community! Are you an organizer or practitioner championing community-based public safety solutions such as alternative emergency response, violence intervention, or police accountability? Would you like to connect with peers across the state to share what works and elevates your game? Then this learning community is for you. Mark your calendar for the kick-off…
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PAC Traveling Art Work & Town Hall Coming to GrandRapids
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Exciting Event Alert! Join Us in Grand Rapids for an Inspiring Evening YOU’RE INVITED to the PAC Traveling Artwork & Town Hall event at the MUSE GR in Grand Rapids, MI. Get ready for an evening filled with art, empowerment, and insightful discussions. Date: Wednesday, August 30th, 2023 Time: Doors Open at 5:30pm (Light Refreshments…
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High stakes mistakes: How courts respond to “failure to appear”
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This article was originally published by Prison Policy Initiative as “High stakes mistakes: How courts respond to “failure to appear”,” authored by Brian Nam-Sonenstein People miss court for many reasons outside of their control. They can’t miss work, they don’t have childcare, or they don’t understand court instructions. Yet they are routinely seen through the…
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