Debate: A Path to Redemption

This chapter highlights a compelling debate between former inmates from the Rikers Debate Project and a team from Columbia University, focusing on the motion to eliminate cash bail. It narrates the transformative journey of one participant who overcame addiction and incarceration through debate, illustrating the power of education in fostering personal growth. The chapter also emphasizes the broader implications of structured programs that aid in the reintegration of formerly incarcerated individuals into society.