Progressive Criminal Justice Ballot Initiatives Won Big in the 2020 Election
Progressive criminal justice policies fared well at the ballot box, with voters across the country approving critical reforms.
Race and Criminal Justice
Centering Racial Equity in a New Administration
With a new administration set to lead the U.S. federal government, and in the midst of a pandemic that has exposed the many layers of racial inequality in this country, it is time to finally put infrastructure in place to achieve equity for Black Americans and communities of color.
The Facts on State and Local Elections
State and local elected officials are the key to ensuring that significant reforms are made to the criminal justice system.
The Community Responder Model
Establishing a new branch of civilian first responders can help cities reduce overreliance on the police.
Beyond Policing: Investing in Offices of Neighborhood Safety
By establishing civilian Offices of Neighborhood Safety, local governments can strengthen community safety and reduce overreliance on police.
The Office of Neighborhood Safety: How Governments Can Support Community-Driven Solutions
As Americans start to rethink the role of policing, city leaders can lay the foundation for a community-driven approach to public safety.
Reimagining Federal Grants for Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform
As the movements to end mass incarceration and police violence gain momentum, the U.S. government must overhaul its approach to funding criminal justice reform and public safety.
How To Reinvest in Communities When Reducing the Scope of Policing
As cities reevaluate the role of policing, the bipartisan Justice Reinvestment Initiative offers lessons for cities on prioritizing meaningful investments in community-driven safety.
Assessing the State of Police Reform
The nationwide protests following the senseless killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and other Black Americans have started to change how police are held accountable.
4 Actions Colleges Can Take To Address Police Brutality
Postsecondary institutions must take immediate action to help address the issue of police brutality.
For Actor Bambadjan Bamba, the Battles for DACA and Racial Justice Are One and the Same
Bambadjan Bamba, a Dreamer and immigration activist, is also fighting to end anti-Black racism.
How To Stop the Rush To Enact New Federal Criminal Penalties
Lawmakers should slow down the legislative process and get more information before voting on new criminal offenses.
Update to ‘News You Can Use: Research Roundup for Re-Entry Advocates’
This resource guide serves as an update to "News You Can Use: Research Roundup for Re-Entry Advocates," providing new information and links to additional criminal justice reform resources.
Beyond the Status Quo: Police Reform Must Bring About Meaningful Accountability
Police reform in the United States cannot take root through a menu-of-options approach that fails to bring about meaningful accountability for departments and officers.
What You Need To Know About Ending Cash Bail
Cash bail criminalizes poverty, fuels mass incarceration, and disproportionately affects communities of color. States and localities are increasingly pursuing opportunities for reform.