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Dear friend,
My name is Matthew Charles, and I'm a criminal justice reform fellow
for FAMM. This position allows me to go around the nation sharing my
story and ideas concerning the dire need for criminal justice reform
on all levels.
I'm reaching out to ask that you make a contribution to FAMM so they
can continue to do the work they have been dedicated to for more than
two decades: working with directly impacted families; promoting
reforms and making change; righting injustices; and assisting
incarcerated people, their families, and their communities.
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In 1996, I was sentenced to 35 years in prison for felony drug and
firearm violations in Tennessee. I served just over 22 years before
being released in January 2019 thanks to the First Step Act -
legislation that FAMM fought to pass.
While incarcerated, I surrendered my life to the Lord Jesus Christ.
That decision changed my perspective on everything. I was inspired to
live a positive lifestyle, and went on to mentor younger people and
work as a GED tutor and law library clerk.
Today, I can advocate for people who are in the position I once was
because I was given a second chance. I believe I'm deserving of this
opportunity, as are the thousands of individuals still languishing in
prison.
There are many people in state and federal prisons who continue to
suffer under overly harsh sentences that do not promote
rehabilitation, reduce recidivism, or lower crime rates, and we have
to do something about it.
If you believe that we need a more fair and effective justice system,
please give to FAMM today.
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Sincerely,
Matthew Charles
FAMM Justice Fellow
P.S. If you give to FAMM today, your gift will be matched by a
generous donor. Please make a contribution to help FAMM help more
people.
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