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Civil Society Issues

Many issues that are primary drivers of mass incarceration cannot be remedied through government solutions alone. Issues such as broken families and mental health, both forever altered by over criminalization, cannot be simply be repaired through legislation. Civil Society has the unique capability to address certain social issues that government cannot, or to address them more effectively than government can. This section also addresses issues in which over-policing attempts to fix issues that should be handled through the community.

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Ebenezer Baptist’s pastor says ministers shouldn’t stay silent on issues of race

“The Rev. Raphael G. Warnock has had a busy couple of weeks. After co-hosting and delivering the opening sermon at a conference on ending mass incarceration in the United States, he was off to the American Baptist Churches USA Biennial Mission Summit in Virginia Beach, Virginia, where he led two workshops on the same topic. And less than 24 hours later, he was back at Ebenezer to preach his weekend services and for the 45th annual scholarship concert honoring the memory of the late Alberta Christine Williams King.“

Atlanta Journal Constitution

July 28, 2019

The ChurchPhillip ReevesJuly 28, 2019Atlanta Journal Constitution, Atlanta, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Raphael WarnockComment

Atlanta nonprofit to spearhead criminal justice push

“Now the state will serve as a hub, pushing criminal justice issues nationwide with a newly formed nonprofit based in Atlanta. Members hail from across the political landscape. Its advisory board includes prominent Democrats, such as former California Gov. Jerry Brown and ex-Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter, and Republicans, including U.S. Sen. Mike Lee of Utah and Gov. Matt Bevin of Kentucky.“

Atlanta Journal Constitution

July 23, 2019

Civil Society SolutionsPhillip ReevesJuly 23, 2019Atlanta Journal Constitution, Atlanta, Council on Criminal JusticeComment

How Atlanta Is Turning Ex-Cons Into Urban Farmers

“‘These young people are looking for love, understanding and empowerment,’ Henderson told a local television reporter. ‘As soon as we concentrate on giving them those three things, the sooner crime will decrease, and we’ll see these people soar’.“

Politico

December 6, 2018

EmploymentPhillip ReevesDecember 6, 2018Atlanta, Politico, Gangstas to GrowersComment