Reformists hold certain truths to be self-evident:
Systems that enact policies contrary to the good of those it serves are in need of reform.
Systems in need of reform are seldom reformed because those in control cannot discern the harmful contrariety of their policies.
Those unable to discern harmful policies must be compelled to change them using whatever lawful means necessary.
These truths have been guideposts in my work off the bench to enhance my due process role on the bench.
When I became a judge, it didn’t take long to question why so many kids appeared in my court on minor school offenses. In 1995, the year before police were introduced to schools, there were only 50 referrals to the court. By 2004, it had increased to 1,200 referrals.
[For more of this story, written by Steven Teske, go to http://jjie.org/states-should-...our-children/163156/]
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