Rachael Rollins Against the Machine
Boston’s first female district attorney showed how far reform can go — and how hard the system resists.
The Bail ProjectNovember 24, 2025
When Judges Have Little Time and Less Data
With little time and less evidence, judges routinely set bail based on prosecutor recommendations.
The Bail ProjectOctober 16, 2025
A Recipe for Redemption
Jail nearly stole his future. Now he’s back in the kitchen, dishing out hope one perfectly made PB&J at a time.
Jeremy ChersonApril 4, 2025
David Gaspar on Spending Holidays In Jail
In U.S. News & World Report, The Bail Project’s CEO draws on his experience in jail to call for bail reform.
Jeremy ChersonJanuary 14, 2025
Bailing It Forward
Once jailed for lack of bail, William now works as an Operations Manager for The Bail Project, helping others find freedom.
The Bail ProjectOctober 18, 2024
Minor Offenses, Major Consequences
You may be surprised by the minor offenses that land people in jail and unable to afford bail. In fact, you may have even committed some yourself.
The Bail ProjectMarch 7, 2024
