Jackson Voted To Retroactively Apply Law In Crack Cocaine Sentencing

Ketanji Brown Jackson faced scrutiny during her confirmation hearing for her stance on sentencing laws, particularly regarding disparities between crack and powder cocaine offenses. The transcript highlights the case of Jerry Echols, who was affected by these disparities, and discusses legislative efforts to address these issues, including the Fair Sentencing Act and the proposed Equal Act. Echols, after his release, has been advocating for equal treatment in drug sentencing laws.

Describe the impact of the sentencing disparity between crack and powder cocaine as discussed in the text.

What advocacy efforts has Echols engaged in since his release from prison?