Advocacy is a journey—an ever-evolving commitment to use your voice for those who feel silenced. Over the past year, I’ve learned that advocacy isn’t just about speaking up; it’s about listening, growing, and finding strength in the shared experiences of others. This week, I’ve been reflecting on the fight for prison reform. It’s not just about addressing the glaring issues—like the rampant drug problems we’ve seen in private prisons—but about humanizing the people behind the statistics. My husband’s experience has highlighted the urgent need for change. It’s easy to feel defeated by the magnitude of the problem, but even the smallest steps forward matter. His ability to stay clean for a full year in such a toxic environment is a victory worth celebrating—a testament to the power of resilience. But advocacy isn’t just about what happens inside the prison system; it’s also about what happens out here. As his partner, I’ve had to navigate challenges I never expected. From dealing with cy...