Poets and Activists will read poetry and reflect on the tragedy of Mass Incarceration, specifically referencing the writing of Jalil Muntaqim (Attica, NY). The event will take the form of a roundtable conversation, with readings of Jalil’s poetry and poetry by other incarcerated poets. Jalil’s parole reform proposal will also be presented. Poets: Paulette Swartzfager, Pat Schwartz, Activists: Jean Douthwright, Emily Good, Michael Argaman