Your Life Is Not Public Property: Why Survivors Don’t Owe Strangers Access
Some people don’t understand that advocating publicly doesn’t mean you forfeit privacy. The moment you speak out as an advocate,…
A Second Chance Earned: Why Dennis Salerno’s Story Demands Our Attention
Redemption, growth, and the incredible human capacity for change sit at the very heart of what a functional justice system…
The Lowdown on Stalking: What’s the Deal?
Stalking is a lot. Let’s break it down. First, what is stalking? Basically, it’s a pattern of repeated and unwanted…
Why Wrongful Convictions Matter to All of Us
Picture this: Your neighbor, a friend, or even someone you don’t know claims they were locked up for something they…
When ‘Evil’ Isn’t Simple: Understanding Personality Disorders in Crime
The word evil gets thrown around a lot in the criminal justice world. It’s the label the public uses when behavior is…
The $100,000 Bench: Why Michigan’s Judicial Elections Are Rigged for the Rich
A few weeks ago, I spoke with a friend considering a run for judge; someone smart, experienced, community-minded, and deeply…
Survivor Anger Is Valid: How Rage Becomes the Catalyst for Real Reform
Abuse survivors have every right to be angry. Not “polite upset.”Not “inconvenienced.”Not “emotional.” Angry. Angry at the non-stop harassment that…
Life Doesn’t Stop for Trauma — How to Survive When the World Keeps Moving
There’s a brutal truth that no one talks about until you’re living it: Life doesn’t stop for trauma. The bills…
Filing an IACHR Complaint with a Focus on Challenging a Michigan LWOP Sentence
When all legal avenues within the United States have been exhausted, the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) offers an…
Why Michigan’s Next Governor Should Commute All LWOP Sentences: A Call for Second Chances
Imagine scrolling through your feed and you see a story about someone who was issued sentence of life without possibility…
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