Basic human rights Quote by Michelle Alexander

“We must build a movement for education, not incarceration. A movement for jobs, not jails. A movement that will end all forms of discrimination against people released from prison - discrimination that denies them basic human rights to work, shelter and food.” quote by Michelle Alexander — Download Open image

“We must build a movement for education, not incarceration. A movement for jobs, not jails. A movement that will end all forms of discrimination against people released from prison - discrimination that denies them basic human rights to work, shelter and food.”

Michelle Alexander

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Source Speech: Unknown, attributed to Michelle Alexander

Education and employment pathways reduce recidivism and discrimination against formerly incarcerated people.

In simple terms: Teach and employ to end prison bias.

Key Takeaway

Invest in education and jobs for reentry.

Themes

justice reform education employment

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

activist inspirational

When to use this quote

prison reform
job training
social services

Key Concepts

systemic discrimination human rights

Questions to Reflect On

How can communities support reentry?
What barriers exist for ex‑offenders seeking work?

A Different Perspective

Changing laws is hard without public support.

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