Crime Doesn’t Happen Because People Are Evil.
Direct Answer Crime doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It is not a reflection of someone’s soul being rotten. It is…
Bridging the Disconnect: Moving Beyond Performative Allyship in Nonprofits, Philanthropy, and Politics
This post originally appeared at Shad’s Medium Page. Many in non-profits, philanthropy, and politics claim to champion diversity, equity, justice,…
From Personal Trauma to Justice Reform: Rita Williams on Why Not Me the World
I recently had the honor of joining Tony Mantor on his acclaimed podcast, Why Not Me the World, to share…
John Oliver Exposes Police Interrogation Tactics That Lead to False Confessions
Most Americans want to believe confessions are the gold standard of proof. If someone said they did it, especially on…
Michigan DOC Charles Egeler Reception and Guidance Center Claims Another Life
Direct Answer On April 15, 2025, a person incarcerated at Michigan’s Charles Egeler Reception and Guidance Center died in a…
When Fair Chance Hiring Isn’t Fair: The Hidden Bias in Program Pipelines
Guest Contributor: This piece was written by Shad Hagan, advocate, speaker, and doctoral candidate in Education Administration and Leadership. It…
Judicial Integrity in Michigan: Why Transparency and Accountability Still Fall Short
Judicial integrity is the bedrock upon which the public’s trust in the legal system is built. It is not simply…
Why Prosecutors Rarely Admit Mistakes: Understanding America’s Conviction Culture
Direct Answer The role of a prosecutor is not to win at all costs — it is to seek justice….
Due Process Is Failing in America—and Every Citizen Should Be Alarmed
In theory, the U.S. Constitution protects everyone from arbitrary detention and guarantees fair treatment under the law. But perception and…
Michigan Court Data Dashboard: Transparency Gains, But Gaps Remain
In recent years, Michigan has made small steps to make the judicial system a little more accessible to the masses….
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