Shaka Senghor: Why your worst deeds don’t define you

The speaker shares his journey from being a young drug dealer who committed murder to a transformed individual advocating for change in the justice system. He discusses his early life, the impact of his parents' divorce, and the events leading to his incarceration. In prison, he faced challenges but found transformation through mentorship, literature, family support, and writing. After release, he worked to help others reintegrate into society and advocated for a more empathetic approach to incarceration.

What was the speaker's perspective on solitary confinement?

In what ways did the speaker's family support him during his incarceration?

What does the speaker mean by 'atonement' in the context of his journey?

How does the speaker envision a more empathetic approach to mass incarceration?