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Four formerly incarcerated people — including one Texan and his family — share their stories about what it’s like to be incarcerated during the pandemic, while friends and family members are left helpless on the outside.
February 5, 2021
Real Need for Change in Texas Gets Short Shrift in Gov. Abbott’s State of the State
This week, Texas Governor Greg Abbott delivered his annual State of the State address, a state-mandated speech meant to inform the people of Texas about the governor’s legislative and governing
Like My Illegal Voting Charge, Capitol Riot Shows Racism in Criminal Justice
This piece was originally published in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
The Texas Legislature in a Time of Turmoil and Transition
Today marks the opening of the 87th Texas Legislative Session — and it signals enormous opportunity and peril for civil liberties in Texas.
Allowing COVID-19 to Spread Unchecked in Texas Jails Threatens the Safety of All Texans
In the past year, many of us have made difficult choices to keep ourselves and loved ones safe from COVID-19. But throughout Texas county jails, incarcerated people have fewer options and depend on local leaders to enact precautions to keep them safe.
Three Ways to Act on International Migrants Day
Texas is no stranger to the issue of migration.