Ex-prisoner: incarceration is “destroying our people”
Activists and former inmates said incarceration is part of a “systematic design” that destroys families and traumatizes communities of color.
All posts tagged: Milwaukee Stories
People on the Street | Ackkaamayah Yahoudah (Part 1)
Ackkaamayah Yahoudah, who was raised in the inner city by a single mother, has set out to correct the record.
People on the Street | Charles Revello (Part 3)
Charles Revello, who has been homeless for about two years, recently landed a job.
People on the Street | Charles Revello (Part 2)
As a child, Charles Revello struggled to find a community, somewhere he could belong. Eventually, he found was he was looking for; despite some recent setbacks, Charles longs to return home. Watch: Part 1 of Charles’ story. Watch: Part 3 of Charles’ story. See more videos from Milwaukee Stories, Inc. Did you find value in this story? If so, please sign up to receive periodic updates. We need your help! Milwaukee Stories is a nonprofit organization that brings you the real stories of regular people. This work is supported by small, individual monthly contributions from people just like you. [donate]
People on the Street | Rufus Glen Sampson (Part 2)
Rufus Sampson grew up with a trial-and-error mindset, to which he still ascribes today. Watch: Part 1 of Rufus’ story. See more videos from Milwaukee Stories, Inc. Did you find value in this story? If so, please sign up to receive periodic updates. We need your help! Milwaukee Stories is a nonprofit organization that brings you the real stories of regular people. This work is supported by small, individual monthly contributions from people just like you. [donate]
People on the Street | Brittany Komperda
Brittany Komperda’s sister passed away from bone cancer when she was 12 years old. As a result, Komperda learned to cherish life, and family.
People on the Street | Charles Revello (Part 1)
After leaving the Marine Corps, Charles Revello lost his family, and his home, because of drugs. But, something his mother said on her deathbed helped Charles to start being honest with himself.
People on the Street | Rufus Glen Sampson (Part 1)
Rufus Sampson talks about the importance of mindset, taking care of the future and being willing to sacrifice.
People on the Street | Linda Banning (Part 2)
Once a businessperson, Linda Banning left a 15-year career in the graphic arts industry to pursue a love for creating, and bringing joy. Watch: Part 1 of Linda’s story. Visit Linda’s website to see her collection of stained glass and recycled glass jewelry. See more videos from Milwaukee Stories, Inc. Did you find value in this story? If so, please sign up to receive periodic updates. We need your help! Milwaukee Stories is a nonprofit organization that brings you the real stories of regular people. This work is supported by small, individual monthly contributions from people just like you. [donate]
People on the Street | Linda Banning (Part 1)
After a brush with death at the World Trade Center in New York City on 9/11, artist Linda Banning decided to remake her life, and she hasn’t looked back.