Jeremy Haile

Here's the #SOTU moment when Obama called for criminal justice reform. Standing applause on both sides of the aisle.

Reginald Dwayne Betts wrote a piece in the NY Times Magazine and shares what most would hide. In the sharing of his story you may find your story written in the echoes of moments that reverberate across culture and race. #FreedomReads #prison #books #redemption #FollowUs

I wrote this essay about my mother, because she's dying and because many of us who were sent to prison in the '90s and '00s for long stretches have baby boomer mothers out there aging alone. It's the hardest part of the punishment, one we never saw coming. esquire.com/news-politics/…

A remarkable story of perseverance, mercy, justice, and redemption. Like Mr. Askew I hope @RepScottHolcomb will be able to pass his “Second Look” bill next session, to help others meted disproportionately stringent sentences find their way home. nytimes.com/2026/04/28/mag…

Hope isn’t blind optimism — it arises in the face of uncertainty. If you look at our history, we’ve gone through some rough patches. But we tend to come out on the other side of them stronger than before.

That the Guggenheim folks saw me worthy of a fellowship is, I hope, a testament to the idea that people in prison can create successful careers and we don't have to wait for someone to set us free before we make our mark. #guggfellows2026 gf.org/stories/announ…

What the Artemis II astronauts did over the last 10 days was a testament to their bravery. And the fact that they traveled farther from Earth than anyone ever has, re-entered our atmosphere at more than 24,000 mph, and splashed down safely was a testament to human ingenuity. Thanks to everyone at @NASA for making this mission possible, and for taking us along for the ride.

Sky full of stars. Following a successful lunar flyby, the Artemis II astronauts captured this breathtaking photo of our galaxy, the Milky Way, on April 7, 2026.

An Oscar-nominated film is exposing an infuriating situation unfolding in my home-state of Alabama. "The Alabama Solution" provides a look inside the nation's deadliest prison system, told by the inmates themselves.

Washington, DC is the city of fair shots, second chances, and opportunities for all. This Second Chance Month and all year long, we're proud to support DC's returning citizens who shape our city and our government for the better.

A win for accountability and second chances. Right On Crime applauds the House passage of HB 4324 👏 thank you @RepMoore57 for championing Prosecutor Initiated Resentencing.

Incredibly proud to share that last night, the Federal Criminal Justice Clinic’s groundbreaking litigation to end ATF’s discriminatory stash house stings was featured on @LastWeekTonight with @iamjohnoliver! Watch the segment here at 9:05 (1 of 4) youtube.com/watch?v=LqwJFu…

Bob Mueller was one of the finest directors in the history of the FBI, transforming the bureau after 9/11 and saving countless lives. But it was his relentless commitment to the rule of law and his unwavering belief in our bedrock values that made him one of the most respected public servants of our time. Michelle and I send our condolences to Bob’s family, and everyone who knew and admired him.

“The opposite of hope is desperation, and it’s dangerous for this population to feel desperate.” John J. Lennon, a journalist incarcerated in New York, explains how clemency and legislation like the Second Look Act can restore hope and make prisons safer: nysfocus.com/2026/03/03/new…

On March 4th,the 21st anniversary of his release from prison, Reginald Dwayne Betts travelled to San Quentin State Prison to perform his one-man play, Felon: An American Washi Tale. Full circle. #FreedomReads #prison#books #FollowUs

Former President @BarackObama at memorial service for late Rev. Jesse Jackson: ""Each today we're told by those in high office to fear each other…This man, Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson, inspires us to take a harder path. His voice calls on each of us to be heralds of change."

What is prosecutor initiated resentencing? And how would it make our criminal justice system more fair and efficient? 🤔

For anyone putting loyalty to a person above loyalty to the Constitution, Justice Gorsuch’s remarks should be required reading. His words are a reminder that our highest duty is to the rule of law and the founding principles that define America.

A simple message with big meaning: "I am somebody." We are grateful to Rev. Jesse Jackson for helping teach generations of children to believe in themselves and in one another. Thank you for being part of our neighborhood. 💛💚

Great sitting down with @BrianTylerCohen to talk about everything from the courage we saw in Minnesota, to how Democrats can be true to our values and get stuff done, to how we’re building a community of changemakers at the @ObamaFoundation. youtube.com/watch?v=uI-hgS…

NEW CLJC RESEARCH: Alameda County's prosecutor-initiated resentencing program (2020-2025) Results: 165 people resentenced 2,792 years reduced $42.6-287.4M saved annually 50+ have 2% recidivism rate Despite success, the program was disbanded in 2025. Full report below!