<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2117852/open_sms">Send us a text</a></p><p>Rita Williams turned personal tragedy into powerful advocacy when her spouse was unexpectedly sentenced to 10-20 years in prison, revealing deep flaws in the criminal justice system and sparking her mission to expose judicial misconduct and support others facing similar challenges.<br><br>• Former federal employee who pursued a master's in criminal justice before her spouse faced white-collar charges<br>• Discovered her spouse had high-functioning autism only after his incarceration, highlighting how the system fails neurodivergent individuals<br>• Used blogging, websites, and social media to expose a prosecutor with 18 years of misconduct, eventually forcing him to relocate<br>• Advocates for criminal justice reform, particularly ending solitary confinement and creating better supports for people with autism<br>• Works with Michigan Citizens for Prison Reform and helps coordinate legislative days to connect lawmakers with those affected by the system<br>• Creates resources to guide people through the legal system and protect them from predatory practices<br>• Emphasizes the importance of being informed about the criminal justice system before you need it<br><br>Tell everyone everywhere about Why Not Me, the World, the conversations we're having and the inspiration our guests give to everyone everywhere that you are not alone in this world.<br><br><br></p><p>https://tonymantor.com<br>https://Facebook.com/tonymantor<br>https://instagram.com/tonymantor<br>https://twitter.com/tonymantor<br>https://youtube.com/tonymantormusic<br>intro/outro music bed written by T. Wild<br>Why Not Me the World music published by Mantor Music (BMI)</p>