April Spotlight on Criminal Justice: Swift, Certain, Fair - R Street Institute

April Spotlight on Criminal Justice: Swift, Certain, Fair - R Street Institute

As the Trump administration’s new iteration has placed heavy rhetorical emphasis on public safety, an  issue that remains top of mind for many voters—particularly those aligned with the current president’s political party—we must look closely at the types of policies we know can address the public safety question head on. Undoubtedly, the best way to keep the... The post April Spotlight on Criminal Justice: Swift, Certain, Fair appeared first on…

The Intersection of Opportunity and Incarceration

By Elizabeth Coss KENT, Ohio — The National Conference of State Legislators estimates that one in three Americans has a criminal record—ranging from an arrest to criminal charges or a conviction. Many of these records stay with individuals for life, as do the consequences. People returning from prison often face significant challenges in securing employment, […] The post The Intersection of Opportunity and Incarceration appeared first on Busines…