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#015 - Jarrett Adams - The Prison Industrial Complex

The Peter McCormack Show

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Unpacking Judicial Bias and Its Impact

This chapter explores the historical biases faced by black and brown men within the judicial system, particularly regarding jury selection and treatment. It emphasizes the importance of diverse jury pools to ensure just outcomes, critiques prosecutorial practices, and discusses the need for empathy in legal proceedings. Furthermore, the chapter calls for systemic reforms addressing wrongful convictions, sentencing disparities, and the financial burdens of the prison industrial complex, advocating for a more equitable and preventative approach to justice.

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