A National Model of Reform

Together we have made great strides in establishing groundbreaking diversion programs that are inspiring others around the country, connecting juveniles with community resources and restorative justice, getting guns out of the hands of people who are a danger to themselves and others, providing victims the resources to navigate the justice system, and helping ensure greater public safety. We still have more to do—from expanding our successful diversion programs to tackling the opioid crisis with all the tools of a public health approach. With your support, I hope to continue our progress.

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My sister’s drug addiction — and what it taught me

My new dog Yoda is a rescue terrier that came to live with my younger sister, Shelley, as a way to celebrate her one-year anniversary of sobriety. Shelley’s gift with animals was remarkable and included toilet training her cat, teaching a dog to sing “Happy Birthday,” and house training a rabbit, who thought it was a cat. Shelley and Yoda, abused and discarded by his first owner, became constant companions.

Shelley spent most of her life addicted to drugs and Yoda provided a purpose and unconditional love, as well as a bridge to other dog owners and the outside world…

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