Dr.  Donna Marain is watching what happens in Richmond County State Court. She returns to Local Matters to tell us about sitting through court sessions, capturing data and advocating for individuals who have been adversely impacted by poverty. She is also seeking volunteers to participate in email campaigns, transcribe notes from court sessions, and to assist with court watching. Learn more at www.augustajustice.org/. Also, Commissioner Francine Scott announces Christmas in the Community, to take place on December 17, 12noon to 2pm.

Dr. Donna Marain is watching what happens in Richmond County State Court. She returns to Local Matters to tell us about sitting through court sessions, capturing data and advocating for individuals who have been adversely impacted by poverty. She is also seeking volunteers to participate in email campaigns, transcribe notes from court sessions, and to assist with court watching. Learn more at www.augustajustice.org/. Also, Commissioner Francine Scott announces Christmas in the Community, to take place on December 17, 12noon to 2pm.

When Poverty Sends People to Jail Part 2

Local and state governments, though often overshadowed by federal government, have tremendous impact on our quality of life. This podcast provides a valuable service by educating people on how to improve their own quality of life through civic engagement. Various organizations encourage residents to register and vote, but it does not appear that anyone is showing voters how to make good decisions when they do. It feels akin to hiring someone for a job without reviewing the job description. Local Matters changes that narrative by educating voters with short, clear, and unbiased civics lessons from a career local government professional, public speaker, and management consultant.

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