Members of the CCRC have been all over the news this past week. Click links to listen and read their thoughts, and add your own to the ongoing public discussion.
Domestic Violence Court Decision Sparks Action in Santa Fe
July 28, 2009
Jim Williams
KUNM Public Radio
Jim Williams interviews Kristin Carmichael, Esperanza Shelter Manager, Jodi Rodgers, Esperanza Outreach Coordinator, and Lucy River, Community Organizer, about the recent court decision by Judge Michael Vigil reported in the Santa Fe New Mexican on July 17, 2009 (link below). Discussions include why it is inappropriate to ask victims of abuse to agree/disagree with court rulings, motivations of victims to stay with abusers, and the new court monitor program for domestic violence cases that is being started in Santa Fe.
Court leniency in domestic violence case endangers other victims
July 25, 2009
Sherry Taylor
Santa Fe New Mexican
Opinion piece by Sherry Taylor, Esperanza Executive Director, on the court decision. Specifically, she makes the case that the state, and not victims, are responsible for rulings, and expresses concern for the message the ruling sends to all abusers.
Victimized wife saves spouse from jail time
July 16, 2009
Jason Auslander
Santa Fe New Mexican
Original story on ruling by Judge Michael Vigil to accept a plea bargain in the Steve Romero case.
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