Stan Donaldson Jr., The Marshall Project, Author at Cleveland Scene

Don’t ‘Punish Them More.’ Effort Grows to Ease Job Barriers After Prison Release

Nearly 2,000 formerly incarcerated people return to Cleveland each year with few job prospects. Some lawmakers want to change that.

by Stan Donaldson Jr., The Marshall Project June 8, 2023November 22, 2023

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In an Effort to Diversify, Cleveland Police Look to HBCUs

Amid scrutiny over Cleveland police hiring practices, the department has been scouting Historically Black Colleges and Universities to help fix its image. Not everyone is on board.

by Stan Donaldson Jr., The Marshall Project January 9, 2023July 2, 2025

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