In the sixteen years since my release, I have lived in three different states, have been homeless, and have been forced to register in states where I do not reside. As a registrant moving from Alabama, with lifetime reporting requirements,…
Author: Derek W. Logue
The Registry is a Hydra: Why I believe we must #abolishtheregistry rather than reform it
In Greek mythology, the Lernaean Hydra was a mighty serpent with great regeneration powers — cut off a single head and two grow back. It was only when all the heads were severed was the hydra truly defeated. I’ve stated this…
MUSINGS ON KINTSUGI AND THE PHOENIX
I wrote this for the ICoN Newsletter but I thought it would also make a nice end-of-the-year message as we enjoy the last holiday before the next round of legislative sessions begin. I needed this message this morning as much…