1/ Look, I understand why people immediately jump to the “What about rapists?” question when we talk about clean slate. Please inform yourself. Harm is contextual - trauma often perpetuates trauma. Those who harm should be held accountable in a way that RESTORES.
2/ Convictions are disproportionate for many populations, charges often trumped up & mislabeled. Creating hopelessness & asking people to live in a world with no ability to function in the world will not create safety. Shame & oppression will not make someone be a better person.
3/ #Secondchances should be available to every person, regardless of conviction type. Every person’s opportunity to succeed affects the success of our communities and our nation. Evidence tells us that time in the community without reoffense leads to desistance.
4/ Perpetual punishment in lieu of rehabilitation and opportunity hurts us all. Let’s have these conversations. If not automatic, there should be some policy solution for real relief that includes every single human.
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