We all lose when we lock people away. We call for a transformation of our current criminal legal system, which today is used principally as an instrument of retribution — a policy contrary to our Quaker beliefs.
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Congress Must Pass Police Reform Legislation
We urge every member of Congress to take swift action in response to ongoing racist police killings and other violence against Black people across our country.
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FCNL's Work on Policing
America needs police reform now. Find opportunities for action and educational resources.
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Moral and Practical Reasons to End the Death Penalty
Executing criminals does not address the roots of violence in our society. It has not been shown to effectively deter crime. It does not restore lives destroyed by acts of violence.
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Sick and Tired of Tragedies at the Hands of Police
FCNL was proud to stand with the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights as they put forth a strong letter outlining the challenges with policing in the U.S.
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