BREAKING: Illinois Voters Overwhelmingly Support Parole Restoration A new statewide poll shows massive support for restoring parole in Illinois: 81% support parole review for incarcerated people 86% didn’t know Illinois hasn’t had parole since 1978 67% say 45 years is too long without reform Parole could save taxpayers over $115M in 10 years As the legislature considers HB2764, it’s clear: the public is ready for change. It's time to bring back parole, support rehabilitation, and build safer communities. 🗣️ “This poll shows overwhelming support for reinstating parole as a safety valve for all of the overly punitive sentencing laws passed over the last 5 decades.” — Joseph Dole, Parole Illinois Poll conducted by YouGov, commissioned by Parole Illinois + Campaign Zero. Read the full story on our website: https://paroleillinois.org/news/illinois-voters-overwhelmingly-support-parole-restoration #ParoleIllinois #RestoreParole #HB2764 #MassIncarceration #JusticeReform #EarnedReentry #EndLWOP #CampaignZero (fb)

Have a parent, child, or loved one incarcerated in Illinois? WBEZ’s Prisoncast! wants to hear from you! In honor of Mother’s Day & Father’s Day, the next episode—airing June 15 from 2–4 PM on Illinois Public Radio—will feature stories, voices, and song requests from families affected by Illinois’ prison system. 💌 Share your message, ask a question, or shout out your loved one behind bars by filling out this form: https://airtable.com/appWmg4fQvyP5QUYk/pageTuxODc068Mw9a/form 📧 Questions? Reach us at prisoncast@wbez.org 🔗 Learn more: wbez.org/prisoncast #Prisoncast #WBEZ #MassIncarceration #FamiliesMatter #ParentingInside (fb)