John — If you were to turn on the news right now, you’d probably see some talking-head decrying the “epidemic of crime,” stoking people’s fears and turning communities against one another instead of making our communities safer and stronger. Misleading and racially biased news coverage of crime and justice policies has played a crucial role in the over 50-year history of mass incarceration.

But we know better. As a dedicated supporter of The Sentencing Project, you agree that we must speak out against responses to crime that prey on fear and place punishment above rehabilitation and community safety.

Make your voice loud and clear: Add your name to demand Facts Over Fears by supporting The Sentencing Project this Giving Tuesday.

I, John pledge...  

… To stand up for the truth about how to make our communities safer — and stand against false, fear-mongering rhetoric that perpetuates racial injustice and an overreliance on incarceration.

… To fight falsehoods with fact — encouraging nuanced discussions that address the root causes of criminal behavior, respect human dignity, and honor the capacity of people to change.

… To hold politicians and the media accountable for their empty rhetoric and demand they do better. I join my voice with others across the nation calling for innovative, research-based policies that empower communities and keep them safe.

As a nonprofit organization, The Sentencing Project relies on the generosity of our community to power our work. The research, advocacy, and public education we contribute to the movement to end mass incarceration are only possible with your support. Every dollar makes a difference.

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