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"Correction" by Ben Austen is a powerful exploration that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the process of parole, forcing readers to reckon with some of the most profound questions underlying the country’s values around crime and punishment. Get yours: us.macmillan.com/books/97812507…

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Just finished “The Parole Room” and it is amazing, and I read “High-Risers” a few years ago, also amazing… Both 10/10

I know it's been a long campaign but please vote for #KamalaHarris2024 My mother and uncle died from covid Trump is legit insane we have to be better than what he represents This country cannot stand 4 more years of his lunacy. VOTE tell your friends to vote Please

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I was truly moved by this story, the work of Ben Austen, and in complete admiration of all the actors. I definitely recommend checking it out in this politically sensitive time. Thanks to Campside Media and Marisa Marisa Ewing-Moody 🏳️‍🌈 Hemlock Creek Productions

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If you work in the criminal justice system in Illinois, “The Parole Room” is a must listen. Great reporting and storytelling from Ben Austen paroleillinois.org/news/new-docus…

New Life’s “heartbeat,” according to CEO Matt DeMateo, is mentoring local youths. But it has also with helped new migrants, violence intervention, and running a food pantry. Read Ben Austen's profile of this Chicagoan of the Year trib.al/0K0HyCq

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At HealthBegins we're often asked for reading recommendations for those on the journey #upstream, so here is our annual list of great material for you and your loved ones. Great Books to Gift Upstreamists: HealthBegins Staff Picks for 2024 buff.ly/49H7znG

A new documentary, "In Their Hands", examines Illinois's parole system through one man's story. Read Ben Austen's (Ben Austen) interview with documentarian Dan Protess. trib.al/6SUOaDZ

Great friend Adam Ross new novel PLAYWORLD. Set NYC '80s. Rave Los Angeles Times. "Line for line...a revelation." "Entire review could be made up of sentences I underlined for their beauty." I read advanced copy--all true, and more. Alfred A. Knopf latimes.com/opinion/story/…

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This is really worth a listen - great work by Ben Austen

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Two people died at Sing Sing yesterday amid a crisis created by prison guards. One, Mr. Douglas, survived 50 years in prison until yesterday. Enough is enough. The Governor must use all available means to safely release people, including clemency and enacting parole justice.