Governor’s Clemency Initiative and More Second Chances
I am truly humbled and honored to share that the Governor has appointed me to his Clemency Advisory Board, which will review clemency petitions and provide guidance to the Governor in support of his Clemency Initiative.
Second Chances and Things to Come
Dear Friends, You Are Invited to a Very Special Conference You are invited to join me at the first-ever Second Chance Conference NJ to be held at Montclair State University on Monday June 3rd. We’ll be discussing “Second Look” laws that allow senior citizens to apply for early release from prison, hearing from experts and […]
Second Chance Month
Dear Friends, Spring is here, and the flowers are doing their best to bloom despite the torrential rains. After a long winter, I love to see the yellow daffodils and pink tulips poking through the wet ground; they serve as the perfect reminder that we always have the chance to begin again. Perhaps that’s why […]
This Weekend and Happy Birthday, Mom!
Dear Friends, If you are around this Sunday, March 3rd, I’ll be hosting a talkback after the afternoon performance of RIFT, or White Lies, a provocative Luna Stage production that is soon moving to its new digs off-Broadway! RIFT tells the story of two brothers–one a progressive novelist, the other a convicted murderer and high-ranking […]
Good News, Bad News, and an Invitation!
Dear Friends, The GoodIn the realm of good news, Punxsutawney Phil didn’t see his shadow on Groundhog Day. If tradition holds true, we should expect an early spring. After a month of gray days, I’ll take that as a win. I also wanted to share some personal good news — I will be starting a […]
Criminal Justice Reform Wishlist 2024
Dear Friends, Happy New Year! As part of my 2024 New Year’s resolutions, I plan to focus on three main areas of criminal justice reform. Before I continue, I need to confess that these three areas are similar to those that I have highlighted in previous years. But that’s not a sign of stagnation! The […]
Indictments, Innocence, and Inspiration
Dear Friends, As you undoubtedly now know, Trump was charged with 34 felony counts of business fraud in New York City last week. Just before his indictment was announced, I was invited back to Fox LiveNOW to discuss what was coming down the pike… and where I once again had a chance to remind viewers […]
You are invited… and Fox News?
Dear Friends, Before I begin, I wanted to dedicate this newsletter to my beloved father-in-law, Marty, who peacefully passed away on March 1st at the age of 81. He died as he lived, surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Marty was one of my all-time biggest cheerleaders, and he liked to tell […]
Recent Threats to Democracy
Dear Friends, The recent shooting of Tyre Nichols is a horrific reminder of the pain and damage caused by unchecked police power. Police officers, shielded by a badge and qualified immunity, swathed in the protective blanket of the “blue wall of silence,” have come to believe that they can act with violence and impunity. Five […]
MLK 2023
The Moral Arc of the Universe Bends Toward Justice Dear Friends, On Monday, we celebrate the legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It’s a legacy dedicated to peace and the pursuit of racial justice. One way to meaningfully honor Dr. King is through acts of service. For the folks who are local, […]