What can possibly explain why violent crimes are committed? Do you wonder after reading a tragic news article what on earth could possibly cause a person to commit such a horrendous crime? If so, you are not alone. Many professionals have dedicated their careers searching for an answer and resolution to violent crime, and there are...
There is a saying that goes something like “...there is nothing so powerful as an idea whose time has come..,” and we can only hope that is true of the growing recognition that we can do better than treat kids as if they were adults. As bright as they can be, as articulate as they can be, as creative as they can be AND YET as impulsive...
WCCF advocates based on what the evidence shows is best for children and families. Taken together, the following policy priorities point towards a future that fulfills the promise of our state motto, “Forward,”
In light of the tragic Sandy Hook shootings, there clearly are not words that adequately express the depth of the tragedy. Our support and thoughts are with the families who are suffering, not only from this incident, but countless others on a daily basis – for each day there are as many more children killed in violent acts and many...
One might think that recent Supreme Court rulings restricting life without parole (LWOP) sentences for juveniles would provide a stronger spark for states to alter some of their sentencing practices. But, as is highlighted in a recent New York Times editorial, it appears that it will take more than a Supreme Court ruling to alter how...
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