Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

May 25, 2024 at 1:31 PM

Four years ago today

John, Four years ago today, the horrifying murder of George Floyd, committed and enabled by Minneapolis police officers, ignited a public outcry about police brutality. Today, there is growing awareness of the racial injustice that pervades every level of our society, including the criminal legal s…

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  Sabrina Pearce · [email protected]

May 24, 2024 at 6:38 PM

WA Supreme Court Affirms Second Chances for Emerging Adults

John,  Yesterday’s Washington Supreme Court ruling in the case of Kimonti Carter and Shawn Reite is an indication of the growing trend towards safeguarding the opportunities for youth and emerging adults to have second chances. The Court affirmed the state’s authority to issue sentences less than …

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  Alexandra Bailey · [email protected]

May 22, 2024 at 7:38 PM

Success! Oklahoma Survivors’ Act Overcomes Veto

John, As a survivor of domestic violence, yesterday was one of the happiest days of my life and career. Let me explain.  Senate Bill 1470, which would establish the Oklahoma Survivors’ Act, was vetoed in April by Governor Stitt after passing both chambers with a nearly unanimous vote. This legisla…

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  Ashley Nellis · [email protected]

May 21, 2024 at 4:03 PM

Get the Facts on Mass Incarceration

John,  Today we released an update to our “Mass Incarceration Trends" fact sheet, which highlights the growth in state and federal prison populations since the early 1970s, and its far reaching effect on families, communities, and society as a whole.   Report findings include: Nearly two million …

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  Becky Feldman · [email protected]

May 15, 2024 at 2:05 PM

New Report: Nationwide Momentum for “Second Look” Legislation

Dear John,   Legislation authorizing judges to review sentences after a person has served a lengthy period of time has been referred to as a second-look law. Today, The Sentencing Project released a new report, “The Second Look Movement: A Review of the Nation’s Sentence Review Laws,” highlighting…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

May 10, 2024 at 12:30 PM

Explore Your Impact: The Sentencing Project’s 2023 Annual Report

Dear John, I’m so pleased to share The Sentencing Project’s 2023 Annual Report with you.   Despite the challenges of the past year, we were proud to advance urgently needed sentencing, youth justice, and voting rights reforms across the country.   As I look back on our work over the past year, I am…

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  Becky Feldman · [email protected]

May 7, 2024 at 4:07 PM

TOMORROW: Webinar - Can Parole Be Rehabilitated?

John,  Please join The Sentencing Project for a national dialogue on whether the parole system can be rehabilitated.  Inspired by Ben Austen’s new book, Correction: Parole, Prison and the Possibility of Change, panelists will discuss the history and intent of parole and how it has evolved over th…

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  Becky Feldman · [email protected]

May 3, 2024 at 2:00 PM

Webinar: Can Parole Be Rehabilitated?

John,  Please join The Sentencing Project for a national dialogue on whether the parole system can be rehabilitated.  Inspired by Ben Austen’s new book, Correction: Parole, Prison and the Possibility of Change, panelists will discuss the history and intent of parole and how it has evolved over th…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

April 30, 2024 at 4:31 PM

The Ballot Bulletin: Expanding Voting Rights in Nebraska, Colorado and more!

  This Second Chance Month state advocates and researchers from North Carolina to Colorado worked to guarantee voting rights for persons completing their sentence inside and outside of prison and jail and for persons post-sentence. Nationally, more than 4.4 million persons are disenfranchised from…

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  Becky Feldman · [email protected]

April 29, 2024 at 4:23 PM

Webinar: Can Parole Be Rehabilitated?

John,  Please join The Sentencing Project for a national dialogue on whether the parole system can be rehabilitated.  Inspired by Ben Austen’s new book, Correction: Parole, Prison and the Possibility of Change, panelists will discuss the history and intent of parole and how it has evolved over th…

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  Florence Lee, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

April 25, 2024 at 12:55 PM

⏰ T-shirt sale ending TODAY

Get yours before the sale ends These products won’t be around after today. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to show your support with our merch. It’s your last chance to purchase: SHOP NOW Your purchase shows the world that you’re part of a movement that seeks justice for all. So show your commi…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

April 24, 2024 at 2:00 PM

TOMORROW: How to Use Data to Unlock Voting Rights

John, Join us for a special discussion on how people with justice system involvement are mobilizing to make their voices heard through the civic engagement processes.   This webinar will discuss how academics and advocates are using data and research to advance voting rights campaigns. We will loo…

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  Florence Lee, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

April 23, 2024 at 1:56 PM

[Limited edition] merch for sale

Show your support with merch from The Sentencing Project Hey John, need something new to wear? April is Second Chance Month and for a limited time, The Sentencing Project is selling t-shirts to help raise awareness of the importance of second chances for those impacted by the criminal legal sys…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

April 19, 2024 at 5:47 PM

Voting Rights Victory in Nebraska!

John, Nebraska lawmakers recently passed legislation to restore voting rights to over 7,000 people with felony convictions.  Previously, Nebraska residents who had completed their felony sentence were required to wait two years before registering to vote, creating confusion and unnecessary obstacle…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

April 19, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Webinar: How to use Data to Expand Voting Rights

John, Join us for a special discussion on how people with justice system involvement are mobilizing to make their voices heard through the civic engagement processes.   This webinar will discuss how academics and advocates are using data and research to advance voting rights campaigns. We will loo…

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  Richard Mendel · [email protected]

April 18, 2024 at 2:31 PM

New Resources to Expand and Improve Diversion in Juvenile Justice System

Dear John,   Today, The Sentencing Project released four issue briefs providing detailed guidance for advocates and system leaders interested in expanding and improving the use of diversion as an alternative to arrest or formal prosecution in juvenile court.    Research shows that youth who are di…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

April 17, 2024 at 1:56 PM

Join us in celebrating Second Chance Month

Second Chance Month: Reflecting on its past, present, and future Second Chance Month acknowledges the impact of mass incarceration on both our nation and its individuals.Dear John, Twenty years ago, George W. Bush recognized the importance of second chances in his State of the Union address, saying…

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  Florence Lee, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

April 16, 2024 at 5:00 PM

⏰ T-shirt sale ending TODAY

Get yours before the sale ends These products won’t be around after today. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to show your support with our merch. It’s your last chance to purchase: SHOP NOW Your purchase shows the world that you’re part of a movement that seeks justice for all. So show your commi…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

April 11, 2024 at 3:50 PM

Webinar: Using Data to Expand Voting Rights

John, Join us for a special discussion on how people with justice system involvement are mobilizing to make their voices heard through the civic engagement processes.   This webinar will discuss how academics and advocates are using data and research to advance voting rights campaigns. We will loo…

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  Heather Koslov, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

March 22, 2024 at 1:56 PM

Can we count on you today?

You’re needed in our fight for justice Dear John, Thank you for sharing our values and vision for a society that prioritizes justice, community safety, and equity over punishment.   I hope you’ll deepen your commitment to ending mass incarceration by making your first gift today in support of our fo…

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  Richard Mendel · [email protected]

March 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM

New Report: America’s Growing Movement to Divert Youth Out of the Justice System

Dear John,   Today, The Sentencing Project released a new report, “Protect and Redirect: America’s Growing Movement to Divert Youth Out of the Justice System,” which describes reforms implemented in 23 states and eight localities across the country to expand and improve the use of diversion as an …

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

March 15, 2024 at 12:56 PM

Your response can impact countless lives...

Are you ready to take the next step? Dear John, There’s no denying the hard work we have ahead for a more just and humane criminal legal system. After all, our nation has been entrenched for more than 50 years in an era of mass incarceration — an approach long proven to be ineffective and rife with…

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  Becky Feldman · [email protected]

March 14, 2024 at 2:00 PM

Happy 1st Anniversary to the Second Look Network!

John,  It’s been one year since we formed our new network to support litigators and their defense teams who provide direct legal representation at second look opportunities. The Second Look Network is a critical step forward in the fight to end mass incarceration and safely bring more people home.…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

March 7, 2024 at 1:56 PM

Your impact on the criminal legal system’s future

Will you be the newest member of our donor community? Dear John, I’d like to highlight some of the accomplishments we made with our partners this past year and ask you to commit to this vital movement for a more just world by making your first donation. I’m ready to give now When you contribute to…

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  Kristen Budd · [email protected]

February 21, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Private Prisons in the United States

90,873 people were incarcerated in private prisons in 2022 Private Prisons in the United States Twenty-seven states and the federal government incarcerated 90,873 people in private prisons in 2022, representing 8% of the total state and federal prison population. Since 2000, the number of people hou…

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  Ashley Nellis · [email protected]

February 15, 2024 at 3:00 PM

How Mandatory Minimums Perpetuate Mass Incarceration and What to Do About It

John, Today, The Sentencing Project released a new fact sheet, “How Mandatory Minimums Perpetuate Mass Incarceration and What to Do About It.” The report highlights widespread evidence that mandatory minimum sentences produce substantial harm with no overall benefit to crime control, as well as not…

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  Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

February 7, 2024 at 5:01 PM

TOMORROW - Ending Mass Incarceration and Racial Disparities Webinar

It's time to end mass incarceration and its racial disparities John,  The Sentencing Project, Berkeley School of Theology, and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation are co-hosting a webinar examining the progress made in the 21st century in reducing the U.S. prison population and its racial a…

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  Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

February 5, 2024 at 7:04 PM

U.S. Representative Barbara Lee introduces webinar on ending mass incarceration

It's time to end mass incarceration and its racial disparities John,  The Sentencing Project, Berkeley School of Theology, and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation are co-hosting a webinar examining the progress made in the 21st century in reducing the U.S. prison population and its racial a…

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  Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

February 1, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Webinar: Ending mass incarceration and its racial disparities

It's time to end mass incarceration and its racial disparities John, The Sentencing Project, Berkeley School of Theology, and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation are co-hosting a webinar examining the progress made in the 21st century in reducing the U.S. prison population and its racial an…

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  Kristen Budd · [email protected]

January 30, 2024 at 3:00 PM

New Report: Responding to Crimes of a Sexual Nature

John, Today, The Sentencing Project released a new research brief, “Responding to Crimes of a Sexual Nature: What We Really Want Is No More Victims,” examining misconceptions around crimes of a sexual nature (CSN) that contribute to the rise in imprisonment rates and the lengthening of sentences.…

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  Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

January 26, 2024 at 3:01 PM

1 in 5 young Black men expected to be imprisoned

Webinar discusses ending mass incarceration and its racial disparities John, The Sentencing Project, Berkeley School of Theology, and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation are co-hosting a webinar examining the progress made in the 21st century in reducing the U.S. prison population and its r…

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  Kara Gotsch · [email protected]

January 25, 2024 at 5:08 PM

Honored to be the new Executive Director of The Sentencing Project

John,  I am thrilled and honored to share that The Sentencing Project’s Board of Directors has appointed me Executive Director of the organization.  I am grateful for this opportunity to lead an outstanding criminal legal reform organization that sets the standard for excellence in research and poli…

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  Alexandra Bailey · [email protected]

January 23, 2024 at 3:30 PM

Building Momentum for Sentencing Reform in Louisiana

John,  Louisiana’s share of people serving life without the possibility of parole (LWOP) ranks highest per capita nationally and across the globe, with more than 4,000 Louisianans serving LWOP, according to a new fact sheet released today by The Sentencing Project. My family is originally from Tun…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

January 22, 2024 at 4:00 PM

TOMORROW - Reducing Youth Incarceration: What Works?

Let's prevent the unnecessary incarceration of youth John, Over the past 15 months, The Sentencing Project has published a series of reports* showing why it's important for America's youth justice systems to reduce incarceration and how to safely reduce the number of young people confined.  On Ja…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

January 19, 2024 at 2:31 PM

WEBINAR - Reducing Youth Incarceration: What Works?

Let's prevent the unnecessary incarceration of youth John, Over the past 15 months, The Sentencing Project has published a series of reports* showing why it's important for America's youth justice systems to reduce incarceration and how to safely reduce the number of young people confined.  On Ja…

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  Ashley Nellis · [email protected]

January 17, 2024 at 4:08 PM

Massachusetts First State to Ban Life without Parole for People Under 21

John, Massachusetts has become the first state in the country to categorically ban life without parole sentences for people under 21 years old.   Last week, Massachusetts’s highest court ruled that its ban on life without parole sentences for youth under 18 also applies to “emerging adults,” throu…

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  Nazgol Ghandnoosh · [email protected]

January 16, 2024 at 3:00 PM

New Report: How Mass Incarceration Deepens Inequality and Harms Public Safety

"One in Five" report examines key driver of racial disparity in imprisonment John,  Today, The Sentencing Project released a new report: “One in Five: How Mass Incarceration Deepens Inequality and Harms Public Safety.” This report, the final installment in the “One in Five” series, examines numerous…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

January 11, 2024 at 8:14 PM

WEBINAR - Reducing Youth Incarceration: What Works?

Let's prevent the unnecessary incarceration of youth John, Over the past 15 months, The Sentencing Project has published a series of reports* showing why it's important for America's youth justice systems to reduce incarceration and how to safely reduce the number of young people confined.  On Ja…

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  Jordyn Wilson · [email protected]

January 8, 2024 at 2:30 PM

New Year, Same Fight for Youth Justice!

In 2024, we are excited to continue working alongside our state partners to fight for what’s right for young people. Advocates in states across the country worked hard to defend youth from harmful media rhetoric and “tough on crime” policies proposed against them. In 2024, we are excited to continu…

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  Josh Rovner · [email protected]

January 3, 2024 at 2:45 PM

The Sentencing Project is hiring!

The Sentencing Project is seeking a Youth Justice Campaign Strategist! JOB OPPORTUNITY: YOUTH JUSTICE CAMPAIGN STRATEGISTThe Sentencing Project Washington, DC The Sentencing Project is seeking a Youth Justice Campaign Strategist as an integral member of our team.   Working under the supervision of t…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

January 2, 2024 at 1:55 PM

Thank you, and looking forward to this year

Thank you for standing with us Happy new year, John! I want to start 2024 off with a message of gratitude for YOU.  Community is the only way we can bring about the changes we want in our criminal legal system, and you showed up in a big way! Thank you for fighting for justice for those most affect…

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  Heather Koslov, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 9:56 PM

Fwd: John, how long has it been?

Last chance before the year ends Dear John,  I just wanted to make sure you saw this email because there are only a few hours left to make an impact in 2023!  John, I’d love to welcome you into our supporter community today. Will you please donate your first gift to make a meaningful difference in t…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 31, 2023 at 2:55 PM

John, how long has it been?

Your role in the movement Hi Folks-  Whether you just joined our mailing list yesterday or have followed our work since 1986… Whether you give of your time, influence, voice, and financial support… I’m glad that you’re a part of our community.  You play an important role in joining others around th…

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  Heather Koslov, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 30, 2023 at 2:55 PM

⏰ Time is running out

Only 1 day left Dear John, A more just and equitable future depends on the generosity of individuals like you, and there's only 1 day left to make your tax-deductible donation for the year. GIVE NOW Giving today is easy. It takes just a few minutes to help drive tangible, meaningful progress with…

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  Kara Gotsch, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 29, 2023 at 2:55 PM

[Time sensitive] We can't wait another 75 years

Help us reverse the failings of mass incarceration Dear John,  This year, we marked 50 years of unjust practices and failed policies that led to the rise of mass incarceration. Our campaign, 50 Years and a Wake Up, called for the American people to wake up to the devastating consequences of this c…

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

December 28, 2023 at 3:10 PM

2023, A Year of Progress: Expanding Voting Rights Across the Country

2023 is a groundbreaking year for expanding voting rights to justice-impacted individuals John,  In a groundbreaking year for progress on expanding the right to vote to justice-impacted people, states like Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Texas and Virginia have set an exampl…

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  Nicole Porter, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 22, 2023 at 1:55 PM

Stop excluding 4M+ Americans from our democracy

Guarantee voting rights for all Donate now Donate www.sentencingproject.org The Sentencing Project1705 DeSales St. NW8th FlWashington, DC 20036United States If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please unsubscribe.

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  Nicole D. Porter · [email protected]

December 20, 2023 at 3:45 PM

Top Trends in Criminal Justice Reform, 2023

10 states challenged mass incarceration in 2023 John,  The United States is the world leader in incarceration. This year marked 50 years of the mass incarceration crisis, with the prison population having grown nearly 500% since 1973.   Top Trends in Criminal Justice Reform, 2023 describes key chan…

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  Heather Koslov, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 19, 2023 at 1:56 PM

Your impact on our success

Calling for criminal legal reform with your support Dear John,  The Sentencing Project is a bridge organization, uniting work on the ground with overarching policy changes at the national level. With over 350 state and national partners, we are leading the call for criminal legal reform throughout…

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  Warren Allen, The Sentencing Project · [email protected]

December 14, 2023 at 1:56 PM

➡️Give the gift of a second chance this holiday season

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