Honoring Fathers Behind Bars: Their Stories and Struggles

This Father's Day, while many celebrate with their families, some fathers remain separated from their children due to harsh and outdated drug sentencing laws. These fathers' stories highlight the ongoing impact of the War on Drugs and the urgent need for criminal justice reform.

Sean Scott: New Father, 5-Year Prison Sentence

Sean Scott, a new father, cherishes the brief moments he has with his baby boy, Kobi. Serving a five-year sentence, Sean dreams of the day he can hold his son outside prison walls and be the father he longs to be.

Andrew Davis: Father of Six, 25-Year Prison Sentence

Andrew Davis, father to six children, misses countless milestones and daily joys. Each photo sent to him is a bittersweet reminder of what he's missing, fueling his hope for reunification.

Alexander Kirk: Father of Five, 6-Year Prison Sentence 

Alexander Kirk's five children await his return with anticipation. Though physically separated, Alexander strives to remain a guiding force in their lives through letters and calls, sharing in their achievements and struggles from afar.

Michael Lee Lujan: Father of Five, 15-Year Prison Sentence

Michael Lee Lujan has spent 11 years of his 15-year sentence in prison. As a father of five, he yearns for the opportunity to make up for lost time and be present in his children's lives. Each Father's Day, he dreams of a future where his family is whole again.

Brent Crawford: Father of Three, 15-Year Prison Sentence

Brent Crawford, father to three children, holds onto the hope of a second chance. His children's growth and changes are bittersweet reminders of time lost, but he remains committed to being a positive influence in their lives despite the distance.

Donte Brooks: Father of Five, 9-Year Prison Sentence 

Donte Brooks, separated from his five children, knows the pain of watching them grow up through the confines of prison walls. He dreams of the day he can be a full-time father, guiding and supporting them in person rather than through letters.

Edwin Rubis: Father of Two, 40-Year Prison Sentence

Edwin Rubis has been in prison for 26 years of his 40-year sentence. With two children growing up without him, and a grandchild that he has never met, he holds onto the hope that one day he will be able to make up for the lost years and be the father they deserve.

David Lopez: Father of Two, 24-Year Prison Sentence 

David Lopez, who has served 8 years of a 24-year sentence, is a father to two children. Each day apart from his family strengthens his resolve to fight for justice and be reunited with his loved ones.

Jontae Keel: Father of One, 12-Year Prison Sentence

Jontae Keel is a father to one child. Every Father's Day, he reflects on the moments missed and the memories yet to be made, holding onto hope for a future where he can be present in his child's life.

The Ongoing Fight for Justice

These fathers' stories are just a few among countless others who suffer under harsh sentencing laws. On this Father's Day, we honor their struggles and stand in solidarity with their families. The fight for criminal justice reform continues, aiming to reunite these fathers with their children and restore their roles within their families.

Let us remember that every father deserves the chance to be with their children, to guide, support, and love them. Join us in advocating for these fathers and many others, ensuring that justice prevails and families are made whole again.