In this episode of The Lies We Tell, we confront the stark disparities in America's justice system. While individuals like Mahendra Patel face unjust incarceration, others with significant convictions receive presidential pardons. We will look into recent clemency decisions, highlighting systemic inequalities and urging listeners to recognize and challenge these injustices.
To support efforts toward a more equitable justice system, consider engaging with the following organizations:
Equal Justice Initiative (EJI): Provides legal representation to those who may have been denied a fair trial and works to end mass incarceration. Visit EJI
The Sentencing Project: Advocates for effective and humane responses to crime that minimize imprisonment and promote racial justice. Visit The Sentencing ProjectThe Sentencing Project
Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC): Educates and assists immigrants, community organizations, and the legal sector to build a democratic society that values diversity and the rights of all people. Visit ILRCImmigrant Legal Resource Center
United We Dream: The largest immigrant youth-led network in the country, fighting for justice and dignity for all immigrants. Visit United We DreamUnited We Dream
National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC): Defends the rights of immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers through legal services and advocacy. Visit NIJC
RAICES (Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services): Provides legal services to underserved immigrant children, families, and refugees. Visit RAICES
