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Beyond The Box
The social justice podcast where bold conversations spark real-world change.
TUNE IN TO HEAR… prominent, knowledgeable, and inspiring experts from across the spectrum of social justice. We ask the tough questions, share in-depth stories, and dig into the nuances of today’s most pressing issues. From ending mass incarceration to fighting poverty and discrimination, our episodes go beyond the surface, delivering thoughtful dialogue with a dose of optimism and hope. Join us as we push the boundaries, challenge the status quo, and work toward a more just and equitable world—one conversation at a time.
Beyond The Box
Episode 1: Why Are Public Defenders Uniquely Suited for State Assembly Office?
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On this episode of Beyond the Box, Doug Lasdon interviews Eli Northrup, who is running for the open New York Assembly seat that represents Doug's district in Morningside Heights. Northrup has the unusual distinction of having worked as a public defender before jumping into the race, and they discuss the reality of bail reform (not the bogeyman featured in the press); making New York a sanctuary state for immigrants; the important role state governments play in pushing back against federal over reach; the tragedy of Kalief Browder's death in Riker's Island; and how public defenders are the true experts in public safety.
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