
Colette Santa’s hearing brought out two supporters and 10 in opposition who testified about her performance on the board in the past five years
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Colette Santa’s hearing brought out two supporters and 10 in opposition who testified about her performance on the board in the past five years
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“Today I am in support of a brother and friend who has been the most influential person in my life.”
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“Of particular significance is that his rehabilitative efforts were done while he believed he was going to spend the rest of his life in prison.”
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“People of color are more likely to serve longer sentences, even after accounting for criminal history, demographics, initial charge severity, court jurisdiction, and neighborhood characteristics.”
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From secret hiring practices to a revolving door of political appointees, the Mass Parole Board is a “black hole,” and “lives are at risk.”
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“The plaintiffs ignore the harm that their requested injunction would cause incarcerated people.”
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150-plus Advocates testify about “broken” Mass criminal legal system
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Creating community and value for people who society has otherwise denied the opportunity
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This is who your governor thinks should make these critical decisions
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“It’s important to have someone as a community organizer who has been affected by incarceration.”