Bail Favors the Rich

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

The Economic Impact of Immigrants

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