2. Conversations with Mary: Criminalizing the Poor

Continuing our conversation with Mary Heinen McPherson, we gain more insight into the criminalization of the poor, especially of poor women. 80% of women in jails are the primary caretakers of their children, so what happens when moms get locked away for years? The incarceration of women can have immense and far-reaching implications for families and entire communities. Join us in learning from Mary’s personal experiences on what the criminal legal system does to those most vulnerable in our society. For more information on the sources for today’s episode, visit www.whincthemovement.org to view our transcript. Music in this episode by Blue Dot Sessions and Fesliyan Studios.