An Official Heavenly Endorsement to adapt the ten principles found inside The Free World Charter
As a duly authorized representative of the diplomatic ambassadorship for the Kingdom of Heaven and pursuant to protect the rights reserved herein, I am composing The Free World Charter for social reform. This is a focused initiative designed to fundamentally reform and upgrade our existing justice system. This movement prioritizes redemption, healing, and community engagement over punitive measures that have historically perpetuated systemic inequalities and injustices. The undersigned asserts the following principles, substantiated by empirical data and legal research, highlighting the pressing need for change:
- Complete Redemption for Non-Violent Offenders:
The current structure of the prison industrial complex has morphed into a substantial economic enterprise, akin to a ship lost at sea, driven more by the currents of profit than the winds of justice. Expenditures on corrections approximate $80 billion annually in the United States, as reported by the Vera Institute of Justice (2019). Private prison companies thrive in this deep and turbulent ocean, as they continue to experience significant profitability due to escalating incarceration rates, thus undermining rehabilitation efforts for non-violent offenders. The legal implications of these financial incentives warrant further examination and systemic upheaval in order to ensure a balanced focus on rehabilitation rather than profit-seeking.
- References:
- Vera Institute of Justice. (2019). The Price of Prisons: What Incarceration Costs Taxpayers. Retrieved from Vera Institute.
- Quote: “We are not defined by our mistakes, but how we rise from them.” – Oprah Winfrey
- Communitarian Interdependence:
The existing economic framework fosters an environment characterized by artificial scarcity—an environment orchestrated through the obligatory and selective issuance of debt-based economic value. This framework is like a garden choked with weeds of inequality, where only the most privileged flowers can thrive. Research conducted by the Prison Policy Initiative (2021) indicates that despite the decline in violent crime rates, incarceration numbers have continued to escalate, implicating systemic policies that prioritize corporate profit over community well-being and safety.
- References:
- Prison Policy Initiative. (2021). Mass Incarceration: The Whole Pie 2021. Retrieved from Prison Policy Initiative.
- Quote: “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” – Martin Luther King Jr.
- Mutual Guarantee:
In an alarming turn of events, numerous policing strategies contribute to the very challenges they seek to mitigate. Evidence from the Bureau of Justice Statistics (2018) demonstrates that approximately 70% of released prisoners are subsequently arrested within three years, akin to a prisoner’s return to a familiar, monotonous cycle—an invisible, revolving door where hope gets lost amidst the darkness of the shadows. This indicates a fundamental failure of the justice and policing systems in addressing the underlying causes of criminal behavior. The legal ramifications of such cyclical occurrences necessitate a reevaluation of policing practices to align with restorative justice principles rather than punitive measures.
- References:
- Bureau of Justice Statistics. (2018). Recidivism of Prisoners Released in 30 States in 2012: Patterns from 2012 to 2015.
- Retrieved from Bureau of Justice Statistics
- “Change is never easy, but always possible.” – Barack Obama
- Voluntary Participation:
Upholding individual agency within the justice system is essential for effective rehabilitation as well. Individuals currently may encounter coercive pressures that are schema largely orchestrated through debt-based, legal (implied) obligations. This imperative resembles a weighty, physical anchor pulling select persons back into the turbulent waters. This undermines the foundational principles of human dignity and the desire for autonomy. Empirical research indicates that programs emphasizing voluntary engagement undoubtedly produce better outcomes by reaffirming the necessity to respect individual rights within the justice process (Petersilia, 2003).
- References:
- Petersilia, J. (2003). When Prisoners Come Home: Parole and Prisoner Reentry. Oxford University Press.
- Quote: “The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” –Nelson Mandela
In enactment of these principles, we are instituting a lawful rapture for all who cherish freedom and seek to understand the divine plan for the next level of human dignity empowerment. The grace of God extends even into the darkest dungeons of financial entrapment; it is imperative to recognize that the Messiah has sent regards to illuminate our path.
In addition, as outlined in the lawful decrees of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC True Bills), we emphasize the “why” for the “what”:
“That we, the people, deserve a justice system that upholds the sanctity of human dignity and the inalienable rights bestowed upon all individuals. Let this documentation serve as a beacon of hope, igniting the flame of actionable change and restoring the moral fabric of our communities.”
In summation, we are now confronted with a crucial opportunity to reexamine our justice system. This pivotal crux is characterized by entrenched corruption and profit-driven motives that terribly distort the principles of justice and healing. The current paradigm, one founded on artificial scarcity and secrets of exploitation, perpetuates a cycle of disillusionment and wrongness. We must collectively advocate for a future in which justice serves as a vehicle for recovery, empowerment, and community support.
Affirmed and authenticated by:
Josiah Haltom
Ambassadorship of the Kingdom of Heaven
November 27, 2024
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All Rights Reserved.
Anyone is able to sign and endorsee Charter at www.freeworldcharter.org
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