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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 10h

Today, I joined several stakeholders for Community Reinvestment Alliance of Florida's Bankers' Roundtable about how the CRA is the tool facilitating that transformation. ICYMI, listen to how @fji-law.bsky.social works to create vibrant communities across #Florida via the below link. (2/2)

The Just Economy Podcast with Michael J. Langley full episode

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 10h

🧵 (1/2) To solve complex problems, it takes a quad sector approach: Governments enabling smarter policies, businesses investing human/financial capital in advancement, social enterprises leveraging their expertise, and faith communities changing hearts + minds.

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 1d

#Canes learn to serve their community. Ran into fellow former @univmiami.bsky.social athlete, Brandon Okpalobi, during today's #JuniorLeagueMiami Community Breakfast.

Proud to share @fji-law.bsky.social's story with other leaders and changemakers in #Miami. #UAlreadyKnow #ItsAllAboutTheU

Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 2d

ICYMI: Plaintiffs in 'Wilson v. Dixon' received class certification from a federal judge. Read more about @fji-law.bsky.social's case via @bloomberglaw.com: news.bloomberglaw.com/us-law-week/...

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 4d

25 years ago, I experienced my 1st matchup against Florida State with @canesfootball.bsky.social. We prevailed in what became known as #WideRightIII.

2 years later, we knocked off FSU in #WideLeftI.

Start fast. Play smart and physical. Finish strong.

We're gonna do 3 things... #HSBDTS #BeatFSU

Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 5d

Grateful to Jessica, Carly, A.J., Michelle, and Olivia for their contributions to @fji-law.bsky.social during #HispanicHeritageMonth and beyond! Thank you, ladies!

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 5d

Grateful to Jessica, Carly, A.J., Michelle, and Olivia for their contributions to @fji-law.bsky.social during #HispanicHeritageMonth and beyond! Thank you, ladies!

Florida Justice Institute @fji-law.bsky.social · 5d

This month, we’re celebrating the rich cultures and contributions of Latine communities here in Florida.

We will be highlighting a few of the many Latine-led organizations working to make Southern Florida a better place.

Follow us to see those posts and learn more about their incredible work.

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 6d

Senator Jones also co-introduced the #TristinMurphyAct this past legislative session. @fji-law.bsky.social thanks Senator Jones for his support of this important piece of legislation and looks forward to working with him on future #CJReform in #Florida. (2/2) www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill...

Senate Bill 168 (2025) - The Florida Senate

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 6d

🧵 (1/2) #TBT: 2 weeks ago, I attended the #SFPoC 10th Anniversary Reception. Senator @shevrinjones.bsky.social received SFPoC's Political Leadership Award for 2025.

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NLIHC @nlihc.org · 7d

Read #NLIHC President and CEO Renee M. Willis Statement on the Harmful Impact of a Federal Government Shutdown on the Low Income Housing Community: nlihc.org/news/nlihc-p...

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 7d

After years of advocacy, the #TristinMurphyAct is now active in #Florida. @fji-law.bsky.social is proud of the role it played in this important piece of #CJReform.

We hope that this new law gives comfort and support to the Murphy family and anyone else navigating mental health challenges.

Florida Justice Institute @fji-law.bsky.social · 7d

Starting today, the Tristin Murphy Act is officially law in Florida.

This is a big step in ensuring people in prison get the mental health care they need. It’s the result of years of advocacy from Tristin’s parents, Cindee and Dennis.

Full article at linktr.ee/fji.law

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 8d

Thank you for highlighting @fji-law.bsky.social's work on the 'Wilson v. Dixon' case in getting a federal judge to certify the class late last week!

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 8d

New developments in @fji-law.bsky.social's 'Wilson v. Dixon' case: a federal judge certified the class late last week!

Read more about the judge's ruling in @bloomberglaw.com.

Bloomberg Law @bloomberglaw.com · 9d

A group of Florida inmates can bring a class action claiming a lack of air conditioning violates their constitutional rights, a federal court has ruled.

Florida Inmates Earn Class Status in Suit Over ‘Unbearable’ Heat

A group of Florida inmates can bring a class action claiming a lack of air conditioning violates their constitutional rights, a federal court has ruled.

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 8d

This afternoon, members of @fji-law.bsky.social's staff attended @acslaw.bsky.social South Florida Chapter's Welcome to the Judiciary Luncheon.

As a public interest nonprofit, FJI is diligent about educating the community by meeting them where they are. Access to justice requires it.

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 8d

Thank you to @fji-law.bsky.social board member, Shiva Nahappan, for enabling FJI to secure this gift! If you, your organization, or employees want to make an impact by investing in FJI's work, please visit: fji.law/corporate-em...

Donate: Corporate - Florida Justice Institute

Give to FJI #45for45 Individual Corporate RCB Legacy Society Corporate & Employee Giving By Mail Send checks to:Florida Justice Institute40 NW Third StreetSuit 200Miami, FL, 33128 Employee Giving FJI’...

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 8d

Thank you to @fji-law.bsky.social board member, Shiva Nahappan, for enabling FJI to secure this gift! If you, your organization, or employees want to make an impact by investing in FJI's work, please visit: fji.law/corporate-em...

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 9d

While @fji-law.bsky.social navigates this terrain, we'll continue engaging stakeholders at all levels on behalf of disenfranchised and underinvested communities in #Florida. Help us end FY25 strong by investing in our work today! fji.law/donate/ [📸: #ChapmanPartnership, #PhilanthropyMiami] (2/2)

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Give to FJI #45for45 Individual Corporate RCB Legacy Society Your support fuels our mission to bring about lasting change in Florida. Join us in our fight for justice and equality by making a tax-dedu...

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 9d

🧵 (1/2) As @fji-law.bsky.social's fiscal year winds down. I spent last week sharing our story and challenges among the current environment with colleagues from #AFPMiami and the #NonprofitExecutiveAlliance, as well as future constituents.

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American Bar Association @americanbar.org · 12d

Department of Justice proceedings must remain nonpolitical.

The American Bar Association is greatly concerned about the recent pattern of actions by the Department of Justice that continue to erode the department’s historical independence from political influence.
Using government power to threaten people and groups on political grounds is antithetical to our system of justice and the rule of law. Intimidating a political opponent, a lawyer or law enforcement official who was doing their job, an organization that pursued missions not favored by the president, state attorneys general and even members of Congress is unacceptable. Evidence, not ideology, should always be the north star.

“Independence in the work of the Department of Justice has been the norm for decades going back to the time of Watergate. When that independence is threatened there is a negative effect on our justice system,” said ABA President Michelle A. Behnke. “Prosecutorial decisions must be free from political direction so that we don’t have a corrosive loss of the public’s trust and confidence in our systems.”
For decades, the Department of Justice has maintained an independence from the president. Lessons learned from the Watergate scandal helped establish stronger norms and rules to protect the department's independence from political influence. This is a precedent worth preserving.

The ABA passed policy 15 years ago concerning the partisan political interests of prosecutors and other government lawyers. It urges the president and the attorney general to assure that lawyers in the Department of Justice do not make decisions concerning investigations or proceedings based upon partisan political interests and do not perceive that they will be rewarded for, or punished for, not making a decision based upon partisan political interests.
The ABA remains committed to this policy today.

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JFK Library Foundation @jfklibraryfdn.bsky.social · 12d

Historian @drpenieljoseph.bsky.social says coalition-building is as vital to the fight for civil rights today as it was in 1963.
At a #JFKForum, he reflects on President Kennedy’s June 11 Address on Civil Rights as a call for Americans across the nation to join together in pursuit of racial justice.

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 14d

Thank you to the @sun-sentinel.com editorial team for highlighting the brief @fji-law.bsky.social signed onto with colleagues in support of #VictorJones.

Florida abused him, and now wants to execute him | Editorial

At least 50 of the boys at the notorious state-run reform schools, Dozier and Okeechobee, wound up on death row after years of torment. Victor Jones, set to be executed Sept. 30, is among them.

www.sun-sentinel.com

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 14d

ICYMI from @cnbc.com: "On Thursday, 254 organizations — including the NAACP, The Cancer Network and Florida Justice Institute, among others — also signed a letter condemning the Trump administration's proposed [Public Service Loan Forgiveness] rule."

Read more here: www.cnbc.com/2025/09/18/p...

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 15d

An event so nice, we had to do it twice! Please SAVE THE DATE for @fji-law.bsky.social's annual Signature Event on April 16, 2026, as we seek to champion justice in #Florida! More details TBA. See you then!

Florida Justice Institute @fji-law.bsky.social · 15d

Mark this important date on your calendar: April 16th, 2026

FJI will be hosting our Annual Signature Event to honor leaders and contributors to our work here in Southern Florida.

Look our for chances to raise funds, raise awareness, and sponsor the event.

Be sure to follow button to see updates!

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Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 16d

On behalf of @fji-law.bsky.social, we are deeply grateful for Susan's gracious gift in loving memory of her husband, Steve.

Generosity helps FJI make a difference for vulnerable Floridians statewide during challenging times and beyond. Thank you for your belief in what we do!

Michael J. Langley @mikelangleyfl.bsky.social · 16d

On behalf of @fji-law.bsky.social, we are deeply grateful for Susan's gracious gift in loving memory of her husband, Steve.

Generosity helps FJI make a difference for vulnerable Floridians statewide during challenging times and beyond. Thank you for your belief in what we do!

Florida Justice Institute @fji-law.bsky.social · 16d

FJI would like to give a special thank you to Susan Rosbury, who made a $100,000 gift in honor of her late husband, Steve.

Her generosity will help strengthen our fight to bring down barriers and allow us to keep providing representation for those most impacted.