Abstract This long-form essay explores the intersection of race and prison reform in the United States, shedding light on the systemic racial disparities that permeate the criminal justice system. Tracing back to the historical roots of slavery, Black Codes, and Jim Crow laws, the essay examines how racial injustice laid the groundwork for present-day practices… Continue reading Cycles of Injustice: Examining Race, Poverty, and Incarceration in the United States
Category: Justice Unshackled: Prison Reform in the USA
Imprisoned Identities: How LGBTQI+ Individuals Face Systemic Injustice in U.S. Prisons
Abstract We examine the unique challenges faced by LGBTQI+ individuals within the U.S. prison system, highlighting the systemic discrimination, abuse, and neglect they endure both during incarceration and upon reentry into society. The essay traces the historical context of LGBTQI+ incarceration, revealing how discriminatory laws and systemic biases have disproportionately targeted this population. It further… Continue reading Imprisoned Identities: How LGBTQI+ Individuals Face Systemic Injustice in U.S. Prisons
Of Young Chains and Forgotten Ones: Inside the Juvenile Justice System
Justice Unshackled Episode 2 [Chapter 1: Introduction] Welcome back to Justice Unshackled, the podcast that delves deep into the intricacies of the criminal justice system. I’m your host, Marc Andrew Tager, entrepreneur, father of three, and an impassioned advocate for reform. If you joined us for our introductory episode, you know the journey we’re on… Continue reading Of Young Chains and Forgotten Ones: Inside the Juvenile Justice System
Introduction to Justice Unshackled
Welcome, everyone, to ‘Justice Unshackled’. This isn’t just another podcast; this is a call to action, a platform for change, and a deep dive into one of the most urgent social justice issues of our time: prison reform and the rights of felons in the United States. If you’ve ever felt uncomfortable about the staggering… Continue reading Introduction to Justice Unshackled