The Responsibility of Proximity
Justice in the Making – The Responsibility of Proximity As I prepare to take my first steps into my life as an official law student, I’ve been reflecting deeply on the power that lies not just in the degree I’m pursuing, but in the place I’ll be pursuing it. DC is the hot spot of […]
Reflecting on Sentencing Disparity
Justice in the Making – Reflecting on Sentencing Disparity Something I have been reflecting on recently is sentencing disparity in our justice system. In college, I minored in Women and Gender Studies, which I think is an interesting lens through which to view this subject. One of the biggest disparities in sentencing is gender based, […]
First Week as a 1L
Justice In the Making – First Week as a 1L Hi everyone, I know I’ve been away for a little while, but that’s because I have officially started my law school journey! I recently moved to Washington, D.C., completed orientation, and finished my very first week of classes. What an absolute whirlwind it has been. […]
The Only Comparison That Actually Matters
The Only Comparison That Actually Matters We all do it – compare ourselves to those around us. That colleague who always speaks up confidently in meetings, the friend who runs their own business, the neighbor who has the perfect garden and somehow always looks put-together. It’s natural to notice these people and wonder what they’re […]
Control or Outcome
Control or Outcome: What Should Justice Optimize For? Every day, we face choices about control versus outcome—how we respond when someone makes a mistake, whether at work, in our communities, or in our personal relationships. Do we enforce the rules and move on, or do we look for ways to help someone learn, repair, and […]
The Wall So Many Criminal Justice Reformer Hits (And Why You Shouldn’t Turn Back)
The Wall So Many Criminal Justice Reformer Hits (And Why You Shouldn’t Turn Back) You wanted to make a difference in criminal justice reform. The data and stories were clear: the system was broken, communities were hurting, and change was desperately needed. You decided to get involved with a nonprofit working on these issues, armed […]
Returning Home: Mountain City, TN and Chicago, IL
Returning Home: Mountain City, TN and Chicago, IL Imagine this: You just got released from prison. You have no money and no place to stay. You do not have a phone or a means of transportation. You do not even have a valid form of identification. On top of that, there is a whole world […]