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First Lifer Commutation in Mass. Since 1997 Goes to Gov. Council

Jean | January 28, 2022

Please see my newest article about the commutation hearing of Tom Koonce (pictured above on left). The support, including his son (Thomas Andrews on right) was enormous. A 9 1/2 hour hearing before the Gov. Council and all that came with it is detailed in my newest article for DigBoston. If Council approves the commutation, then Koonce will apply for parole. Read and share!

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MASS SPECIAL COMMISSION ON STRUCTURAL RACISM IN PAROLE ISSUES REPORT

Jean | December 27, 2021

“People of color are more likely to serve longer sentences, even after accounting for criminal history, demographics, initial charge severity, court jurisdiction, and neighborhood characteristics.”

Please see and share my newest at DigBoston. There are 16 recommendations and will the Parole Board pay attention to them? More

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The Massachusetts Parole Board has a Transparency Problem

Jean | December 16, 2021

Please read and share my newest article on DigBoston: The Massachusetts Parole Board has a Transparency Problem. “From secret hiring practices to a revolving door of political appointees, the Mass Parole Board is a “black hole,” and “lives are at risk.” More.

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MCOFU’S FAILED LAWSUIT

Jean | October 18, 2021

Please see my newest at DigBoston. The title is MA CORRECTIONS OFFICERS’ ANTI-VAXX LAWSUIT FAILS. The pull quote is “The plaintiffs ignore the harm that their requested injunction would cause incarcerated people.”