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Book Synopsis: A blueprint for criminal justice reform that lays the foundation for how model public defense programs should work to end mass incarceration. Combining wisdom drawn from over a dozen years as a public defender and cutting-edge research in the fields of organizational and cultural psychology, Jonathan Rapping proposes a radical cultural shift to a “fiercely client-based ethos” driven by values-based recruitment training, awakening defenders to their role in upholding an unjust status quo, and a renewed pride in the essential role of moral lawyering in a democratic society.
Public defenders represent over 80% of those who interact with the court system, a disproportionate number of whom are poor, non-white citizens who rely on them to navigate the law on their behalf. More often than not, even the most well-meaning of those defenders are over-worked, under-funded, and incentivized to put the interests of judges and politicians above those of their clients in a culture that beats the passion out of talented, driven advocates, and has led to an embarrassingly low standard of justice for those who depend on the promises of Gideon v. Wainwright.
However, rather than arguing for a change in rules that govern the actions of lawyers, judges, and other advocates, Rapping proposes a radical cultural shift to a “fiercely client-based ethos” driven by values-based recruitment and training, awakening defenders to their role in upholding an unjust status quo, and a renewed pride in the essential role of moral lawyering in a democratic society.
Through the story of founding Gideon’s Promise and anecdotes of his time as a defender and teacher, Rapping reanimates the possibility of public defenders serving as a radical bulwark against government oppression and a megaphone to amplify the voices of those they serve.
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Are you tired of a broken criminal justice system that perpetuates mass incarceration? Look no further than Gideon's Promise: A Public Defender Movement to Transform Criminal Justice. This groundbreaking book offers a blueprint for criminal justice reform, providing insights from Jonathan Rapping's extensive experience as a public defender and cutting-edge research in organizational and cultural psychology. By implementing a fiercely client-based ethos, we can finally put an end to the unjust status quo.
Public defenders play a crucial role in our legal system, representing over 80% of those who interact with the court system. Unfortunately, many of them are over-worked, under-funded, and heavily influenced by the interests of judges and politicians. This culture prevents talented and driven advocates from passionately fighting for their clients, resulting in a shockingly low standard of justice for those who depend on the promises of Gideon v. Wainwright.
Instead of simply arguing for changes in existing rules, Jonathan Rapping proposes a radical cultural shift within the public defense system. Through values-based recruitment and training, defenders can awaken to their role in upholding justice and regain pride in the essential role of moral lawyering in a democratic society. It's time to break free from the constraints of an unjust status quo and embrace a fiercely client-based ethos.
With the story of founding Gideon's Promise and powerful anecdotes from Rapping's time as a defender and teacher, this book revitalizes our faith in public defenders as a radical bulwark against government oppression. These passionate individuals can amplify the voices of those they serve, ensuring that justice is no longer a privilege reserved for the privileged. Join the movement for criminal justice reform with Gideon's Promise today!
Click here to learn more about Gideon's Promise: A Public Defender Movement to Transform Criminal Justice and be a part of this transformative journey.
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