Tag: politics
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Criminal Justice Diversion Is Not Leniency — It Is Justice
Jails and prisons have quietly become the largest mental health institutions in the country. This is not an accident. It is the result of decades of policy failure, underfunded care, and a criminal justice system that treats mental illness as a crime rather than a public health issue. Criminal justice diversion exists because incarceration has…
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Law Advocate
Law advocacy plays a crucial role in protecting rights, promoting justice, and ensuring that the legal system serves everyone fairly. At its core, law advocacy is about giving people a voice, especially those who may not have the knowledge, resources, or power to navigate complex legal systems on their own. Through dedicated advocacy, the law…
