In the Time of COVID-19, Mass Incarceration Endangers Lives—NCC Statement

A statement from the National Council of Churches Let the groans of the prisoners come before you; according to your great power preserve those doomed to die. -Psalm 79:11 NRSV The global COVID-19 pandemic brings with it a moral imperative to … Continued

Tell Barclays and PNC Banks—No Financing for Private Prisons

From Moms Rising (https://www.momsrising.org/): Over the past few weeks and months, we’ve seen the heartbreaking photos of children and families being kept in inhumane conditions by the Trump Administration’s horrific policies. MomsRising members have swung into action — holding protests … Continued

Bank of America Ends Financing of Private Prisons and Detention Centers—Urge Sun Trust and BNP Paribas to Join

From Moms Rising (https://www.momsrising.org/): WE WON! In no small part due to the pressure of MomsRising members and over 100 organizations who are part of the #FamiliesBelongTogether Corporate Accountability Committee, Bank of America just announced they will no longer fund … Continued