Author Archives: Carolyn Cosmos

Denver Works

Posted on July 8, 2012 by Carolyn Cosmos

“They’re awesome!” said recently released offender *Marie Parker. “They’ve been holding my arm and guiding me. It’s been a great experience.” That would be Denver Works. You’d be forgiven if you thought Marie was describing a chart-topping Gospel rock group … Continue reading →

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Join the Ivy League: Yale University Law Journal Announces Writing Contest for Inmates

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Carolyn Cosmos

The Yale University Law Journal wants to publish essays on prison legal topics written by inmates and is running a contest to do it. “The contest offers people in prison the chance to share their stories with people who shape … Continue reading →

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How to Help the Homeless, Cut Incarceration and Save Taxpayer Money

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Carolyn Cosmos

Kudos to Boulder’s City Council. It voted 8 to 1 to back Lee Hill, a new housing project that can keep chronically homeless people off Boulder’s streets and save taxpayer money. Permanently. Called Housing First, such projects put people who … Continue reading →

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