On Wednesday, June 12th, the California State Assembly Select Committee on the Status of Boys and Men of Color brought together policymakers, grassroots advocates, youth, educators, and concerned parents to offer their perspectives on school safety and education needs for youth of color. The hearing elevated voices, which need to be raised more often in Sacramento and across the state.
Nationally, African Americans are 4 times more likely to be arrested for marijuana use than their white counterparts, despite using the drug at approximately the same rate, according to a new report.
Blog Jun 8, 2013
Race and the Drug War
As so many have noted time and again, young black males have received the brunt of the “war on drugs.”
Blog Jun 6, 2013
Raising Victims’ Voices
Common wisdom says crime victims favor harsh and punitive criminal justice policies. A new survey of victims shows otherwise.
The California state legislature just completed a pivotal phase in the legislative process. CJCJ reviews key criminal justice policies currently under consideration.