Program Director of the Michigan Collaborative to End Mass Incarceration (MI-CEMI), a broad-based, statewide, non-partisan collaboration representing non-profit, faith-based, advocacy, grassroots, and service organizations united to end mass incarceration in Michigan.

Chuck sat down with me to break down MI-CEMI and it's role in the fight to end mass incarceration. He also explained Second Look Legislation; what it is, how it's intended to work, and why YOU should care. This is one you don't want to miss!!!

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MI-CEMI email: Mail@mi-cemi.org

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Program Coordinator for Just Leadership USA, a National Organization dedicated to amplifying the power of people who have been directly impacted by the criminal legal system to self-organize and empower their communities to dismantle racist and oppressive systems in their communities to build a just U.S.

Father, Grandfather, Husband, community leader. Also formerly incarcerated , served nearly 20 years in prison on multiple prison terms. Home for over 10 years, sat down and discussed his transition, programming inside, legislation and more…

#freethereal #17winters

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Born and raised in Ypsilanti, Michigan, Brother Dyson has been serving a sentence of Life without the possibility of parole since 1994.

30 years served, published author, leader, changed man...Brother Dyson discusses his incarceration, appeals to the courts, and second chances. In light of 2nd Look Legislation, I wanted to highlight a perfect example of someone who deserves another opportunity at life!

Tune in to hear directly from the MDOC prison yard, a story of repentance and redemption! #freethereal #17winters

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Episode #1, the first "official" episode!!!

I have a sit down with my best friend and Co-Defendant about his perspectives on our shared experience during the "17 Winters" where he served 16 of his own, 14 inside with 2 on parole. Sentenced to 14-40 for Armed Robbery, at 19 years old with a 2 month old son, Sidney takes the listeners through his journey of incarceration, change, and redemption...

Sidney Black II #326385

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The restauranteur and dispensary owner sat down with me to discuss his journey;

Growing up in Lansing, Michigan, selling marijuana, early regulation, and serving Federal prison. We also talked about some of his most traumatic experiences from inside; flying on ConAir, guideance he received inside and navigating the halfway house.

We got into Henry's struggles with transitioning back into society, building his first business Eastside Fish Fry and Grill and hiring felons.

And lastly, we discussed his latest venture Fortuo (for two o)=420, a fully licensed recreational dispensary operating right here in Lansing! Make sure you support this local entrepreneur and tap in to @17wintersmikex for more!

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