Dirty Skirt: Someone faulted for acting in a manner that's acceptable for others
Our bail system is broken. The US justice system is supposed to treat people equally, but over 450K people sit in jail awaiting sentencing - even for minor crimes - and many because they cannot afford bail. This accounts for 95% of the US prison population growth. Our current bail system sets certain ranges of … Continue reading Bail Favors the Rich
Numerous studies have demonstrated that immigrants in the US contribute greatly to the US economy. In the April article The Facts on Immigration Today: 2017 Edition by Michael D. Nicholson, the following was reported. Research shows that immigrants complement, rather than compete with, U.S.-born American workers—even lesser-skilled workers. Researchers such as Ethan Lewis, Will Somerville, and … Continue reading The Economic Impact of Immigrants
Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning to dance in the rain.
