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#1361 Building a Better System of Justice (Repost)

Jul 10, 2021

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Danielle Sered, author and restorative justice advocate, sujatha baliga, director of the Restorative Justice Project, and Mariame Kaba, prison abolitionist, discuss transformative ideas on justice. They explore how restorative practices can serve as an antidote to mass incarceration and everyday conflicts. The conversation highlights the emotional challenges faced by victims, the need for accountability, and how restorative approaches can foster communal healing. They challenge the traditional punitive system, advocating for a more inclusive and compassionate framework.

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Cancel Culture Reveals Justice Gaps

Cancel culture reflects a societal lack of healthy justice mechanisms.
People seek justice but often resort to reactive or harmful approaches due to no better options.

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Beyond Trauma in Policy

Trauma and fear are legitimate but insufficient for policymaking.
Political commitments must transcend individual pain for societal justice.

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Apology Discouraged by System

A young man intervened in domestic violence and later faced 25 years for a fatal stabbing.
He wanted to apologize but was legally advised against it due to possible self-incrimination.

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Navigating Justice in the Era of Cancel Culture

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Rethinking Justice: From Punishment to Accountability

07:56 • 20min

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Redefining Justice: A Restorative Approach

27:51 • 21min

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Restoring Agency: Victims and Justice

48:23 • 4min

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Rethinking Justice: The Case for Restorative Approaches

51:59 • 16min

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Analyzing Controversy and Context in Political Discourse

01:08:28 • 4min

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The Complexity of Friendship and Intellectual Growth

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Navigating Friendships and Personal Growth

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How to Be an Antiracist

Connor Cobley

The new Jim Crow

Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness

Karen Chilton

Michelle Alexander

In this book, Michelle Alexander argues that the U.S. prison system has created a new racial caste system, where people of color are disproportionately incarcerated and disenfranchised. She examines the historical and contemporary factors contributing to this crisis and advocates for a more equitable justice system.

Forgiving My Daughter's Killer

A True Story of Loss, Faith, and Unexpected Grace

Kate Grosmaire

Nancy French

In 'Forgiving My Daughter's Killer', Kate Grosmaire shares her heart-wrenching story of losing her daughter Ann to her boyfriend Conor. The book explores Kate's path to forgiveness and her pursuit of restorative justice, highlighting the healing power of forgiveness and grace. It delves into the complexities of human relationships and the transformative impact of choosing forgiveness over anger.

White Fragility

Why It's so Hard for White People to Talk About Racism

Michael Eric Dyson

Robin DiAngelo

María Enguix Tercero

Until We Reckon

Danielle Sered

In 'Until We Reckon', Danielle Sered challenges conventional wisdom on violent crime and punishment, advocating for restorative justice that prioritizes accountability and healing for both survivors and perpetrators. She argues that mass incarceration fails to address the root causes of violence and instead perpetuates harm, calling for a societal reckoning on its reliance on prisons.

Air Date 8/12/2020

Today we take a look at Restorative Justice as an antidote to a wide range of injustices we face, from mass incarceration to having a toddler throw a cheerio at your forehead and much of what lies in between.

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SHOW NOTES

Ch. 1: Abolishing Prisons with Mariame Kaba Part 1 - Why Is This Happening? with Chris Hayes - Air Date 4-9-19

Prison abolitionist Mariame Kaba wants us to explore some truly radical notions. Hear her dismantle what she calls the current "criminal punishment system" and instead employ the ideology of restorative justice.

Ch. 2: The transformative power of restorative justice Part 1 - The Ezra Klein Show - Air Date 6-18-20

Studies show restorative justice programs leave survivors more satisfied, cut recidivism rates, and cost less. sujatha baliga is the director of the Restorative Justice Project at Impact Justice.

Ch. 3: Abolishing Prisons with Mariame Kaba Part 2 - Why Is This Happening? with Chris Hayes - Air Date 4-9-19

Ch. 4: Repairing Justice. An Alternative to Prison with Danielle Sered Part 1 - On the Media with Bob Garfield - Air Date 7-31-19

Bob discusses the problems with prisons and the alternatives to mass incarceration with Danielle Sered

Ch. 5: The transformative power of restorative justice Part 2 - The Ezra Klein Show - Air Date 6-18-20

Studies show restorative justice programs leave survivors more satisfied, cut recidivism rates, and cost less. sujatha baliga is the director of the Restorative Justice Project at Impact Justice.

Ch. 6: Repairing Justice. An Alternative to Prison with Danielle Sered Part 2 - On the Media with Bob Garfield - Air Date 7-31-19

Bob discusses the problems with prisons and the alternatives to mass incarceration with Danielle Sered

Ch. 7: Mass Incarceration, Violence & the Radical Possibilities of Restorative Justice with Danielle Sered - Democracy Now - Air Date 3-14-19

Danielle discusses the alternative options to a violent prison system with community interactions over punishment.

Ch. 8: Restorative Justice with Sonya Shah - Justice In America with Josie Duffy Rice and Clint Smith - Air Date 3-13-19

When people feel responsible and connected it really changes their lives. Restorative justice works in schools. Our system is a goliath, but we are a million sparks to break it down.

Ch. 9: The transformative power of restorative justice Part 3 - The Ezra Klein Show - Air Date 6-18-20

Studies show restorative justice programs leave survivors more satisfied, cut recidivism rates, and cost less. sujatha baliga is the director of the Restorative Justice Project at Impact Justice.

Ch. 10: Repairing Justice. An Alternative to Prison with Danielle Sered Part 3 - On the Media with Bob Garfield - Air Date 7-31-19

Bob discusses the problems with prisons and the alternatives to mass incarceration with Danielle Sered

Ch. 11: Restorative Justice with Danielle Sered - Justice In America with Josie Duffy Rice and Clint Smith - Air Date 3-13-19

What does restorative justice look like? Community-driven repair, making sure the victims and perpetrators work together, rather than punishing both parties.

Ch. 12: Repairing Justice. An Alternative to Prison with Danielle Sered Part 4 - On the Media with Bob Garfield - Air Date 7-31-19

Bob discusses the problems with prisons and the alternatives to mass incarceration with Danielle Sered

Ch. 13: The transformative power of restorative justice Part 4 - The Ezra Klein Show - Air Date 6-18-20

Studies show restorative justice programs leave survivors more satisfied, cut recidivism rates, and cost less. sujatha baliga is the director of the Restorative Justice Project at Impact Justice.

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Voicemail Music: Low Key Lost Feeling Electro by Alex Stinnent
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