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Webinar: In their own words
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Americans have a fundamental right to engage with legislators about decisions that affect their lives, and one of the most powerful ways to do that is by testifying at state legislative hearings. People in prison, however, are routinely denied this right. Silencing incarcerated people is not only unjust, but deprives the public of valuable insights…
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Minority Rule: A Conversation with Ari Berman and Advocates
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On Wednesday, July 24, at 1 pm EST Campaign Legal Center Senior Vice President Bruce Spiva will host this event with author Ari Berman and advocates Cliff Albright and Katie Fahey to discuss Berman’s new book “Minority Rule” and the importance of safeguarding the freedom to vote. Most Americans agree on a fundamental principle: In…
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When You Vote I Win Presentation at Pontiac High School
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Watch this fantastic video recording at a Voting Education assembly by VAAC partner When You Vote I Win at Pontiac High School. Don’t miss the VAAC presentation by Bonnie Zabel starting at minute 5!
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Thank you to all attended the Rally for Reform in Lansing
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Thank you to all who supported and came out for the first-ever Criminal Justice Reform Legislation’s Rally for Reform on JUne 25th, 2025! We not only acknowledge, but work tirelessly towards the pressing need for change, and are proud to be part of a community that is united by the call for crucial criminal legal…
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A Clean Slate Expungement Downriver Resource Fair
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Is your Criminal Background keeping you from getting a job or denying you from housing? June 28th from 12-5pm Misdemeanor and felony convictions – Expungement for those eligible Light refreshments provided – Translation services available No pre-registration needed FOR MORE INFO, CALL or EMAIL: 313-967-4880 ext. 2006 enino@dhdc1.org gianni.c@dhdc1.org Location: Ecorse High School, 27385 W.…
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Medically frail fix bill ready to sign: SB 599 cleared the Capitol June 27
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This article from the Safe & Just Michigan newsletter. The past few weeks were been active ones for the effort to fix Michigan’s Medically Frail Parole law. Passed in 2019, the law intended to create a pathway to parole for people who faced a terminal diagnosis. But since then, technical problems with the way the…
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New state budget asks MDOC to reduce fees and fines
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Reblog via Barbara Wieland The post New state budget asks MDOC to reduce fees and fines appeared first on Safe & Just Michigan. New state budget asks MDOC to reduce fees and finesThroughout the week, Michigan’s lawmakers have been hard at work finalizing a state budget for next year. That budget is now complete, and…
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Calling on the FCC to make the most of its upcoming rule-making on prison and jail telecom rates
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This article was originally published by Prison Policy Initiative as “Calling on the FCC to make the most of its upcoming rulemaking on prison and jail telecom rates,” authored by Wanda Bertram The landmark 2023 Martha Wright-Reed Fair and Just Communications Act set in motion a new round of rulemaking at the Federal Communications Commission…
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Join the Rally For Reform! Tuesday 6/25/24 in Lansing
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JOIN OUR COALITION OF ACTIVISTS IN LANSING AS WE AMPLIFY OUR VOICES FOR CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM DATE: JUN 25, 2024PLACE: CAPITOL STEPS AND LAWNRALLY TIME: NOON – 2 PM (other activities from 10 am – 4 pm) WE RALLY TO: Speakers for the rally include Michigan legislators who are sponsoring criminal legal reform bills. In…
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Free Expungement & Resource Fair in Detroit
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When: Saturday, June 29, 2024 11:00AM-3:00PM Where: Victory in the Family Ministries located at: St. Matthew’s & St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church 8850 Woodward Ave, Detroit 48202 Michigan Dept of Attorney General- Mr. Michael K. Ajami, PLLC, Michigan Expungement Unit Director & Wayne County Job Court Prosecutorial Diversion Program- Mr. Warren K. Harrison, MPA, Manager Michigan…
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A Clean Slate Expungement Fair
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Is your Criminal Background keeping you from getting a job or denying you from housing? June 28th from 12-5pm Misdemeanor and felony convictions – Expungement for those eligibleLight refreshments provided – Translation services availablePre-registration not required FOR MORE INFO, CALL or EMAIL: 313-967-4880 ext. 2006enino@dhdc1.orggianni.c@dhdc1.org Location: Ecorse High School, 27385 W. Outer Dr., Ecorse, MI…
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Affordable Housing Resource Fair
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Presented by Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield & Detroit’s Affordable Housing & Homelessness Taskforce Thursday, June 27th from 4-7pm Location: Breakers Covenant International Church, 8801 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202 Panel Discussions & On-Site Resources Provided By: CAM Detroit, Housing & Revitalization Department, United Community Housing Coalition, Office of Eviction Defense: Right to Council…
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