SecondLookNJ

We believe that everyone deserves a second chance. We're working to make sure New Jersey's incarcerated elders have an opportunity to rejoin their communities.

[SecondLookNJ @2ndlooknj]

Thank you @NJSpotlightNews for your coverage of our Second Chances Press Conference yesterday. And a shout out to our speakers who delivered a powerful message on behalf of incarcerated senior citizens. @RajMukherji @opd_nj @SandSJ_NJ @FaithInNJ

https://t.co/aJSepsIxBq

[SecondLookNJ @2ndlooknj]

Join us on December 19 at 9:30am for a press conference calling for sentencing relief on behalf of incarcerated senior citizens.

Everyone deserves a second chance, and S2338/A4463 will offer that much needed opportunity to hundreds of our imprisoned elders.

[Rev. J. Amos Caley @AmosCaley]

Pardon people, not turkeys https://t.co/8vEip5wbbt

[SecondLookNJ @2ndlooknj]

Thank you to the NJ Criminal Sentencing and Disposition Commission for their new report, urging passage of Rehabilitative Release Act. We urge all NJ lawmakers to unite behind S2338 (@RajMukherji, @SenatorMcKnight) and A4463 (@ASWReyJackson, @jramirezesq)!
https://t.co/la6GUaQ7Ps

[Amistad Law Project @AmistadLaw]

As New Jersey considers legislation to give aging elders a second chance, NJ Public Defender @j_sellitti makes the compelling case for geriatric parole: https://t.co/DKujM32UML

Watch: @2ndlooknj

[SecondLookNJ @2ndlooknj]

🤯THE CASE FOR A SECOND LOOK🤯

Check out this presentation by NJ Public Defender @j_sellitti on the reasons for giving incarcerated senior citizens a #secondlook.

https://t.co/JdNT59DAri

[Prison Policy Initiative @PrisonPolicy]

Huge proportions of people in state prisons have medical conditions. While someone’s health issues may begin before arrest, incarceration often exacerbates problems or creates new ones.

Prisons are not healthcare facilities & can’t supply the treatment that so many inside need.

[Shawn Weneta @ShawnWeneta]

Was really pleased to rep @REFORM at the @2ndlooknj conference!!

Link 👇
https://t.co/c7SjqzP3VE

[Bryan Widenhouse @Bryanwidenhouse]

It was great to represent @famm during the @2ndlooknj conference. Truly an incredible event for their first! Very well done!

https://t.co/y2uzcEEy0Z

[SecondLookNJ @2ndlooknj]

June Newsletter from Second Look NJ
https://t.co/4IPomZcQK5

[Governor Phil Murphy @GovMurphy]

To our neighbors who have been denied a second chance under our system of justice, I promise you this: I am going to use my clemency powers as Governor to remedy that injustice.

To learn more, visit: https://t.co/jbvQ9uJU2X

[SecondLookNJ @2ndlooknj]

ICYMI: Our June 3 Second Chance NJ Conference at @montclairstateu was a tremendous success. A huge shoutout to the justice-impacted leaders, NJ policymakers, and community advocates who came to learn about and support this movement!

[ACLU of New Jersey @ACLUNJ]

Today, on Juneteenth, @GovMurphy announced he’s creating an advisory board to review petitions for categorical clemency, reaffirming NJ's commitment to reducing our prison population & addressing the harms of mass incarceration.

Read our full statement: https://t.co/jlqBebbsES

[Jenna DeAngelis @jennamdeangelis]

.@GovMurphy announced a new clemency initiative in New Jersey. A Clemency Advisory Board will accept clemency applications, for potential pardons and commutations of sentence, it will review applications and make recommendations to the Governor. More on @CBSNewYork tonight.

[SecondLookNJ @2ndlooknj]

Thank you @GovMurphy, but especially to all who came out to support and bear witness to this groundbreaking #clemency announcement. Many Second Look NJ t-shirts worn by those who advocate tirelessly for our incarcerated loved ones.

[Governor Phil Murphy @GovMurphy]

Today on Juneteenth, a day that celebrates freedom, I am incredibly proud to launch a historic clemency initiative.

I'm committed to using my powers as Governor to pardon and commute sentences to address injustices and overly harsh sentences in our criminal justice system.

[Benjie Wimberly @BenjieWimberly]

@GovMurphy signs Executive Order for the process for pardons and clemency reforms in New Jersey! This is a Big deal! #2ndChances

[Alexander Shalom @ARShalomProBono]

So excited to be at @GovMurphy’s announcement of an exciting and bold #clemency initiative and so thrilled that the @ACLUNJ is playing a critical leadership role in the effort. This is only a start!

[SecondLookNJ @2ndlooknj]

A truly landmark moment, as @GovMurphy signed an executive order establishing a clemency board to expedite pardons and commutations for those who need it most. This initiative urgently requires the additional passage of legislation to include senior citizens, but what a moment!

[SecondLookNJ @2ndlooknj]

Help advocate for a reduction in housing barriers for formerly incarcerated people and their families! Sign on to this letter from the National Low Income Housing Coalition (@NLIHC)
https://t.co/kQBPPXYwVz

[Jessica Ramirez, Esq @jramirezesq]

Today I spoke at the Second Look NJ Conference with John Butler and Dan Sperrazza, moderated by @ShawnWeneta. We discussed A4463, a bill offering long-term incarcerated individuals a chance to review their sentences. Proud to be part of the conversation to reimagine justice.