Kentucky Bar Association’s Post

Poor Judiciary system in Papua New Guinea. Needs improvement

Another great article posted by the Director of Second Look Network at The Sentencing Project regarding use of clemency powers to address excessive sentences. The number of older people in State & Federal prisons is increasing faster than any other age group. How could anyone claim that the point of incarceration was to incapacitate the truly dangerous when there are more people older than 55 in US prisons (165,000) than there are people in the high-crime range of 18-24? Geriatric healthcare in prison is both disgraceful and expensive. It costs on average, 3x more to incarcerate an older person than a younger one. Governor Andy Beshear could help alleviate the excessive costs mass incarceration has incurred on Kentucky as a proponent for second chances, and providing additional resources to protect public education and access to affordable healthcare-basic rights to the citizens of the Commonwealth. #SecondLookLaws #FreeKarenBrown  

Another great article posted by the Director of Second Look Network at The Sentencing Project regarding use of clemency powers to address excessive sentences. The number of older people in State & Federal prisons is increasing faster than any other age group. How could anyone claim that the point of incarceration was to incapacitate the truly dangerous when there are more people older than 55 in US prisons than there are people in high crime range of 18-24? Geriatric healthcare in prison is both disgraceful and expensive. It costs on average, 3x more to incarcerate an older person than a younger one. National survey data according to the Prison Policy Initiative show that most victims support violence prevention, social investment, and alternatives to incarceration that address the root causes of crime, not more investment in carceral systems that cause more harm. Governor Andy Beshear could help alleviate the excessive costs mass incarceration has incurred on Kentucky as a proponent for second chances, and providing additional resources to protect public education and access to affordable healthcare-basic rights to the citizens of the Commonwealth. #SecondLookLaws #KyFreeKarenBrown

The Gil Family just cast their votes! 🗳 +3 more for the future of the United States 🇺🇸 Voting is a privilege—and a powerful tool to shape the future. As parents, we have a responsibility to pass down these values and show our kids that their voice matters. By including them in the process early, we’re setting them up to understand that democracy isn’t a spectator sport. Every election, big or small, is a chance to teach them the impact of showing up. It’s about raising future leaders and decision-makers who know they have a role in building a better world. Inspire your kids today, so they’re ready to vote for their future tomorrow. 🇺🇸 #FamilyFirst

In-depth knowledge and a commitment to justice. Discover the story behind George M. Sanders and how his experience shapes our approach to every case we handle. Explore our website to learn more. #LegalInsights #JusticeForAll https://bit.ly/3Zg8p4o

I created a video urging lawmakers in Michigan to consider the Second Look Act. #educationnotincarceration #educationtransforms #secondlookmi #supportsecondlookact https://lnkd.in/enxdG6GP

Today marks the 4th anniversary of the death of George Floyd. His tragic murder was an important reminder of the racial injustice that still faces our country and the urgent need to address it. It’s more important than ever to fight for a fair, equitable, nondiscriminatory and inclusive economy, financial system and financial industry. That requires financial reform and financial regulation as well as investor and consumer protections. Those are the means to achieve some of the most important social, political and economic goals facing the country, including a financial system that supports the real economy, jobs and communities.

November 5th is your chance to make your voice heard! No matter who you support, it’s important to practice your civic duty. Check with your organization about internal policies; many offer special PTO to enable you to vote. Remember, several states have laws requiring voting leave, including Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. Be sure to do your own research and make your voice count! If you’re concerned about misinformation regarding the electoral college, I encourage you to educate yourself further. Most states utilize a “winner-take-all” system, awarding all electors to the Presidential candidate who wins the state’s popular vote, though Maine and Nebraska have variations with “proportional representation.” (See the link in comments for more information.) Let’s get out there and make our voices heard!

Did you know LSC is celebrating 50 years of bridging the justice gap? Our work is impossible without LSC. "We know that 92% of the legal needs of low-income Americans are not being met. This shortfall in providing legal help to people eligible for it is the Justice Gap. America is founded on the promise of equal justice for all. " Learn more at lsc.gov/celebrate50

At The Justice Together Initiative, we have refreshed our strategy and theory of change as we approach the first five years of the initiative. Check out my blog explaining what we have learned so far and what's changed: https://lnkd.in/dbPv9SDB