Reforming the Prosecution System: Addressing Wrongful Convictions and Mass Incarceration
By Danielle Silva The Vanguard hosted its 9th annual fundraiser event, featuring speakers who addressed how the…
American Justice Alliance Becomes the 70th Sponsor For Vanguard’s Annual Event
The American Justice Alliance, representing Anand Jon Alexander in his fight for freedom has become the Vanguard’s…
Less Than Two Weeks to Progressive Prosecution Event – More Sponsors Announced, Do You Have Your Tickets?
On October 26, the Vanguard will host in its annual fundraiser four people at the forefront of…
Critics Say Suzy Loftus Didn’t Do Enough to Reform San Francisco PD
Loftus led the San Francisco Police Commission through a bloody and turbulent era. By Elizabeth Weill-Greenberg Protesters…
Monday Morning Thoughts: Gascón Is a Reformer on Paper Only
If You Are Looking for Progressive Prosecution and Transformative Change, Look to the Grassroots like Krasner, Rollins,…
Gascón to Resign as SF DA, Might Run for LA DA
A move by San Francisco’s outgoing District Attorney, George Gascón, sets up a few very interesting moves….
Guest Commentary: The Public Safety Myth
By Rachael Rollins For time immemorial, we have been told that our communities are safer with each…
Efforts Look to Address Jury Discrimination
In 1966, President Johnson, his party splitting over civil rights and the nation increasingly torn on Vietnam,…
Guest Commentary: A No-Holds-Barred Assault on Prosecutors
Attorney General William Barr pushed back against reforms by progressive prosecutors—but perhaps his greatest vitriol was reserved…
People Are Charged with Crimes that Waste Taxpayers’ Money and Prosecutors’ Time
By Rahsaan Hall America’s growing awareness of mass incarceration and the over-incarceration of people of color has…
