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The criminal justice book “Real Prison Real Freedom” (Elm Hill; 2020) by Rosser McDonald tells the chilling story of Rickie Smith, who was said to be “the most violent prisoner in the Texas Department of Corrections.” The book takes readers through Rickie’s broken family background and troubled youth to his life of crime, incarceration at the Texas Department of Corrections (TDC), his chronic prison misbehavior and violence, and conversion to Christianity. “Real Prison Real Freedom” also exposes the injustice and mistreatment between inmates and prison guards and invokes the questions whether prisons really work and contribute ... Read more

WEBWIRE – Tuesday, April 26, 2022 Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) has long been known for its dedication to supporting families with sick children in their time of need. And with more than 685 programs in 62 countries and regions, the nonprofit’s impact is astounding – which is just one reason why McDonald’s has been a proud supporter of RMHC since it was founded in 1974. In addition to providing comfortable, family-centered spaces for families to be together, RMHC is also committed to making those spaces more sustainable for generations to come. In fact, RMHC incorporates ... Read more