Advocates Call for Justice, Safety Reforms for Incarcerated Firefighters
LOS ANGELES, CA – The Legal Services for Prisoners with Children (LSPC) reported this week that the…
Commentary: I Had Hoped Voters Would Believe in My Humanity – I Was Wrong
Last November, California voters rejected Proposition 6, the “End Slavery in California Act,” which would have ended…
Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 264: A Sister Warrior Talks about What’s Next for Criminal Justice Reform
This week on Everyday Injustice we talked once again with Amika Mota of the Sister Warriors. This…
Guest Commentary: Californians Must Prioritize Healthier Communities over Incarceration
On November 5, Californians voted to continue slavery for incarcerated persons (No on Proposition 6) and mass…
Proponents of Proposition 6 Commit to Redoubling Their Efforts
It was a disappointing outcome for the folks behind Prop. 6, the initiative to prioritize rehabilitation over…
AOUON Policy Update
We have officially wrapped up the 2023-2024 legislative session, one of the most challenging for criminal justice…
Tough Night in California For Criminal Justice Reform
In deep blue California – including bluest parts of the state – the voters have apparently resoundingly…
Sister Warrior Talks about Prop 6, Forced Labor in Prison, and Gender Issues
In just over a week, Californians will be asked to vote on Prop. 6, which ends forced…
Prop 6 Gains Momentum with Notable Endorsements
On Friday, the “Yes on Prop 6” campaign announced a series of key endorsements for the initiative…
Yes on Prop 6 Campaign Rolls Out Key Labor and Newspaper Endorsements
Proposition 6 seeks to improve safety and save taxpayer dollars by prioritizing rehabilitation in California prisons over…
Community Leaders Call For an End to Slavery in California
San Francisco, CA – Informing the public that “Our California constitution currently reads involuntary servitude is prohibited…
Supporters of Prop 6 Are Looking to End Forced Labor in California Prisons
Sacramento, CA – Few realize that the 13th Amendment to the US Constitution did not completely end…
Commentary: Governor Gavin Newsom Supports State-Sponsored Slavery – Why YES on PROP 6 Will Rebuke Him
Disclaimer: Opinions are those of the writer and do not reflect those of The Vanguard or its…
ACLU Southern California Releases Ballot Guide for November
Disclaimer: Opinions are those of the writer and do not reflect those of The Vanguard or its…
