Thank you @10SDDem for raising the issue of racial disparities in felony convictions. 8% of people in the U.S. are living with a felony record. But among Black men, the rate is 1 in 3.
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“To know there is a chance that I will be told that I cannot choose to raise my son in a place that is healthy & safe because of a crime that happened 7 years ago? Isn’t right.”
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“This is why the Clean Slate bill is so important. All convicted individuals, including parents who have served their time, deserve a fair chance at being able to support their families and create a better life for themselves.” - Ciara Rosati, Smart Justice leader #CleanSlateCTpic.twitter.com/dwaU8TkLaT
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“Even if someone’s record is erased, there is a chance that a potential landlord, employer, or other gatekeeper can learn about their criminal history outside of a background check.” - Ciara on the need for anti-discrimination in
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“Clean Slate needs to prohibit discrimination against people based on their record ... Clean Slate needs to be an automatic, inclusive system, INCLUDING misdemeanor and felony convictions.” - Ciara Rosati, Smart Justice leaderpic.twitter.com/ehc3DYn4TJ
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“ALL people depend on getting a second chance at some point in their life. There should not be limits on a person’s ‘second chance.’ Real clean slate needs to be just that – a real, full, Clean Slate.” - Ciara Rosati, Smart Justice leader.
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