Breaking the Cycle of Crime with Angelina Tamez

Breaking the Cycle of Crime with Angelina Tamez

Author: Right On Crime September 2, 2026 Duration: 15:51

Public safety doesn’t have to choose between accountability and a second chance. In this episode of The ROC Podcast, Right On Crime’s Carley Widner sits down with justice advocate Angelina Tamez to discuss how her personal experiences with the criminal justice system shaped her approach to finding solutions. Angelina shares why being tough on crime means being thoughtful about what works, the role education and rehabilitation can play in reducing recidivism, and why understanding “what happened to you?” can be just as important as asking “what did you do?” The conversation explores juvenile justice, reentry, addiction, barriers facing people after incarceration, and the importance of effective policing and accountability.


Tune in to The Right On Crime Podcast for a series of grounded discussions that move beyond the usual political soundbites. Here, the focus is on practical, conservative approaches to reforming America's criminal justice system. Each episode features conversations with policymakers, practitioners, and thinkers who are actively working on innovation within the fields of law enforcement, corrections, and rehabilitation. You'll hear specific analysis of legislative proposals, deep dives into what's working in different states, and candid evaluations of policy outcomes. This isn't just theoretical debate; it's about the on-the-ground best practices and the data driving change. For anyone interested in how principled, right-of-center perspectives are shaping one of the nation's most complex policy areas, this podcast offers essential listening. The dialogue is built on a foundation of both principle and practical results, aiming to explore how justice can be more effective, accountable, and fiscally responsible. Join these detailed conversations to understand the evolving landscape of criminal justice reform from a distinctly conservative viewpoint.
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