Shackled: The Kids-For-Cash Scandal
Schedule
Tue Sep 17 2024 at 06:30 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Main Point Books | Wayne, PA
About this Event
Main Point welcomes Pulitzer-finalist journalist Candy J. Cooper, author of "Shackled: A Tale of Wronged Kids, Rogue Judges, and a Town That Looked Away." She'll be joined by special guest hosts Shakira Hansley-Ellerson, Director of Voices for Children and Ashleigh McCarron, CASA Youth Advocates. Join us for an evening of learning about the urgent issues facing kids and teens in our justice system!
The event is co-sponsored by Voices for Children and Red, Wine and Blue
This event will take place in our lower level event space. RSVPs via Eventbrite are requested; walk-ins are welcome.
About the Book
With original reporting and extensive new research from Pulitzer Prize finalist Candy J. Cooper, Shackled chronicles the infamous kids-for-cash scandal, where the scales of justice were deliberately tipped to fill Pr*son beds and line the pockets of those sworn to uphold the law.
Where is it happening?
Main Point Books, 116 North Wayne Avenue, Wayne, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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