The Marshall Project

News November 16

What’s Really in the First Step Act?

Too much? Too little? You be the judge.

By Justin George

Life Inside November 15

Even My Dreams Are Behind Bars

After being locked up for years, a prisoner’s ability to see freedom fades.

By Felix Rosado

Commentary November 13

The Inspiring Life and Career of Devah Pager

An appreciation of the Harvard sociologist who meticulously documented racial discrimination in the criminal justice system.

Bruce Western

Commentary November 13

Voters Want Criminal Justice Reform. Are Politicians Listening?

Midterms show wide support across party lines for changing the system.

Daniel Gotoff and Celinda Lake

News November 12

The Courts See a Crime. These Lawyers See a Whole Life.

Pairing old-school defense with attention to real-life problems gets people out of jail.

By Eli Hager

Life Inside November 8

My Dog Didn't Forget Me When I Went to Prison

Charlotte was there for the worst moments of my life. And she was there as I picked up the pieces.

By Keri Blakinger

Analysis November 7

The Immigration Crisis Jeff Sessions Leaves Behind

Assessing the ousted attorney general's legacy on President Trump's favorite issue.

By Julia Preston

Commentary November 7

Florida’s Election Shows the True Promise of Restoring Voting Rights

With the passage of Amendment 4, more than a million people intimately affected by the criminal justice system have become more empowered to shape it.

Jennifer Rae Taylor

Analysis November 2

Five Lies In Trump’s Favorite Campaign Ad

Several reasons why the Luis Bracamontes video is grossly misleading or just plain false.

By Julia Preston

Southside November 2

Cellmates

Lee Harris spent years in prison without hope, until an unlikely friendship led to a years-long crusade to prove his innocence.

By Tori Marlan