As a former California State prisoner, I totally understand how difficult it is to change your behavior without support and opportunities when released, last time 2008. There were no resources, funding or opportunities for support to change if you had no family to help. Today, we have some pilot programs, I'm working in one now. I was a drug dealer and I stole from companies. I did my time.. 12 years. If it were not for an old friend letting me stay with her, I would be back in for sure. No money, no roof and I refuse to live in a tent. I went to college got my BA and have worked in non-profits ever since. This Talk... well anyone who knows sadly, Federal time is very different, it is safe, they eat well and have pools and pool tables.... State time is Dangerous, Awful food and only has a track to walk, but again not safe unless you know people and stay in your race pack. EITHER WAY, THE POINT IS THE SYSTEM IS BROKEN! ITS SO MUCH LESS EXPENSIVE FOR TAXPAYERS TO FUND SUPPORT, NOT SENDING THEM BACK. I don't have the figures at hand but a simple Google of them are available. Many studies have been made.
How does this only have 300-something views? Powerful and well-spoken. Your worst decisions and moments shouldn't define you for life. People can grow and change and should be allowed the chance to do so. While the justice system is deeply flawed, at least part of the concept is that once you have completed your punishment you should be able to move on with your life. We need to let people move on with their lives - and not letting them only hurts the whole of society. We need contributing family members and workers doing their parts, not people driven towards their worst options just to survive and/or find acceptable with the wrong peers. Continuing to persecute people long after their sentence only makes matters worse. Supporting reentry and second chances makes our communities safer and stronger - and it's just the right thing to do. Punishment is the least effective way to create change. We've learned this with our children in our schools and homes, why is it so hard to realize the same principles apply across the board?
Beautiful, articulate and moving thank you so much I loved what you did all the way from Australia. I am now an advocate for Ban the Box its perfect and so simple to do :)
I can't for the life of me figure out why it's okay to discriminate against people who made mistakes. If anyone can give a few good reasons why it should be life sentence if someone is convicted.
What could exchanging 15 years. Example I'd Exchange 15 years of prison for 200 hours community service. Bi weekly motivational music/tedtalks. I'd can Exchange 15 years Judge for weekly family events. To slumber parties with his nieces. I'd Exchange 15 years for monthly art classes and 75% of week to work out. Can this community help me know more that can be exchanged for 15 years of prison.
Teresa Hodge, age 43, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland was sentenced today to 87 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release for her conviction on charges of mail fraud, interstate transportation of money obtained by fraud and money laundering in connection with a company she co-founded known as the Financial Warfare Club (“FWCâ€), announced United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Rod J. Rosenstein. U.S. District Judge Roger W. Titus also ordered Hodge to forfeit $1,358,209 -- the proceeds of the scheme to defraud.
That's actually irrelevant. Whatever she did, she paid the price for it. Society needs to stop continuing to punish them for what they have already been held accountable for.
Teresa Hodge, age 43, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland was sentenced today to 87 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release for her conviction on charges of mail fraud, interstate transportation of money obtained by fraud and money laundering in connection with a company she co-founded known as the Financial Warfare Club (“FWC†), announced United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Rod J. Rosenstein. U.S. District Judge Roger W. Titus also ordered Hodge to forfeit $1,358,209 -- the proceeds of the scheme to defraud. Show less
@@Essays4College It really doesn't matter, her guilt or innocence has no bearing on the point she is making. All people make mistakes. Sometimes those mistakes lead to incarceration. While I may not always agree with how they do it, the government determines a punishment that once it is over, you are supposed to have paid your dues and be able to move on with your life. Not only that but *if you let them* many people learn and grow from their mistakes to be different people. The assumption that someone who went to prison should always be assumed to be untrustworthy is very faulty. Allowing people to come back home and contribute to their communities again is a major part of how people move on - *not* letting people do that is a major part of how we as a culture push them back toward the behavior we will also condemn them for. Moving on allows both them and us (the community) to be safer and happier. Punishing people beyond their sentence serves no greater good, and only does harm.
Beautiful impressive amazing soul . Inspiring . Thank you, bless you. All your dreams come true.
I came across this for research for my literature. This was very touching.
As a former California State prisoner, I totally understand how difficult it is to change your behavior without support and opportunities when released, last time 2008. There were no resources, funding or opportunities for support to change if you had no family to help. Today, we have some pilot programs, I'm working in one now. I was a drug dealer and I stole from companies. I did my time.. 12 years. If it were not for an old friend letting me stay with her, I would be back in for sure. No money, no roof and I refuse to live in a tent. I went to college got my BA and have worked in non-profits ever since. This Talk... well anyone who knows sadly, Federal time is very different, it is safe, they eat well and have pools and pool tables.... State time is Dangerous, Awful food and only has a track to walk, but again not safe unless you know people and stay in your race pack. EITHER WAY, THE POINT IS THE SYSTEM IS BROKEN! ITS SO MUCH LESS EXPENSIVE FOR TAXPAYERS TO FUND SUPPORT, NOT SENDING THEM BACK. I don't have the figures at hand but a simple Google of them are available. Many studies have been made.
How does this only have 300-something views? Powerful and well-spoken. Your worst decisions and moments shouldn't define you for life. People can grow and change and should be allowed the chance to do so. While the justice system is deeply flawed, at least part of the concept is that once you have completed your punishment you should be able to move on with your life. We need to let people move on with their lives - and not letting them only hurts the whole of society. We need contributing family members and workers doing their parts, not people driven towards their worst options just to survive and/or find acceptable with the wrong peers. Continuing to persecute people long after their sentence only makes matters worse. Supporting reentry and second chances makes our communities safer and stronger - and it's just the right thing to do. Punishment is the least effective way to create change. We've learned this with our children in our schools and homes, why is it so hard to realize the same principles apply across the board?
"How do you prepare for going to prison?" What a poignant question and thought.
My husband is currently incarcerated. He will be home in a few months. This is something he will soon face. Thank you for sharing your story.
Beautiful, articulate and moving thank you so much I loved what you did all the way from Australia. I am now an advocate for Ban the Box its perfect and so simple to do :)
for a convicted criminal, the punishment never ends, even when you leave the bars behind, its just changes shape.
This was touching and very familiar because I myself served 11 years incarcerated. Blessings to this young woman.
🙌👏 thanks I just got out and this really helped it low key got me in my feelings 🥲
I can't for the life of me figure out why it's okay to discriminate against people who made mistakes. If anyone can give a few good reasons why it should be life sentence if someone is convicted.
I love this. Especially the language part. Thank you.
Inspiring!!
What could exchanging 15 years. Example I'd Exchange 15 years of prison for 200 hours community service. Bi weekly motivational music/tedtalks. I'd can Exchange 15 years Judge for weekly family events. To slumber parties with his nieces. I'd Exchange 15 years for monthly art classes and 75% of week to work out.
Can this community help me know more that can be exchanged for 15 years of prison.
So many criminals complain that their punishment is too harsh without giving a second thought to those they vicimtized.
What if nobody was victimized?
She didn't say her punishment was too harsh, she said re-entry into society was too difficult. Entirely different thing.
Dude in federal they give people streaks! lol. Imagine if she went to state.
what did she do to earn the sentence tho
She bilked church members for over one million dollars How do plan for prison? DON'T STEAL
Teresa Hodge, age 43, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland was sentenced today to 87 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release for her conviction on charges of mail fraud, interstate transportation of money obtained by fraud and money laundering in connection with a company she co-founded known as the Financial Warfare Club (“FWCâ€), announced United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Rod J. Rosenstein. U.S. District Judge Roger W. Titus also ordered Hodge to forfeit $1,358,209 -- the proceeds of the scheme to defraud.
That's actually irrelevant. Whatever she did, she paid the price for it. Society needs to stop continuing to punish them for what they have already been held accountable for.
@charlesgriffith7166
It would be irrelevant if there were no repeat offenders. It's a legitimate question.
It's nice that you are getting on with your life but many people were out of a lot of money because of what you did😢
“Some of you will die, this is a sacrifice I am willing to make.” 🤷🏽♀️
0:53-1:07 ...so what is she saying? She was innocent of all of the charges?
Jenny Titus shut up Jenny
That's really not any of your business.
It's a legitimate question.
Teresa Hodge, age 43, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland was sentenced today to 87 months in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release for her conviction on charges of mail fraud, interstate transportation of money obtained by fraud and money laundering in connection with a company she co-founded known as the Financial Warfare Club (“FWC†), announced United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Rod J. Rosenstein. U.S. District Judge Roger W. Titus also ordered Hodge to forfeit $1,358,209 -- the proceeds of the scheme to defraud.
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@@Essays4College It really doesn't matter, her guilt or innocence has no bearing on the point she is making. All people make mistakes. Sometimes those mistakes lead to incarceration. While I may not always agree with how they do it, the government determines a punishment that once it is over, you are supposed to have paid your dues and be able to move on with your life. Not only that but *if you let them* many people learn and grow from their mistakes to be different people. The assumption that someone who went to prison should always be assumed to be untrustworthy is very faulty. Allowing people to come back home and contribute to their communities again is a major part of how people move on - *not* letting people do that is a major part of how we as a culture push them back toward the behavior we will also condemn them for. Moving on allows both them and us (the community) to be safer and happier. Punishing people beyond their sentence serves no greater good, and only does harm.
Ponzi scheme
she stole money from good people.
Don’t let the government take your life. Never talk, always go to trial.