Michael J. Langley
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Michael J. Langley
@mikelangleyfl.bsky.social
Advancing societies and transforming communities with bold leadership and public service

💼: @fji-law.bsky.social
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Still on Cloud 9 after yesterday's state title win.

This is what I texted him after the game...

"Son: I can't tell you how immeasurably proud I am of everything you and your teammates accomplished this season. You'll remember this moment forever. Congratulations! Love you!"

My heart is so full!
November 29, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Before this season, my son told me that his football team had a good chance of playing for the state championship. And, here we are.

Both teams dominated an opponent who derailed an undefeated campaign for their only loss the year before.

The mission is clear: End business trip with a win. (2/2)
November 28, 2025 at 3:40 PM
🧵 (1/2) #FBF: I distinctly remember a teammate telling me he already made his travel arrangements because he knew we'd be playing in the national championship after our first @canesfootball.bsky.social game in 2001.

He, indeed, was prophetic in that prediction.

We won 37-14 on January 3rd, 2002.
November 28, 2025 at 3:40 PM
🧵 (1/2) When we're young, it seems cliché to go around talking about the things for which we're thankful.

As an adult, I've realized that not only is it not cliché, not much has changed.

I'm thankful for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
November 27, 2025 at 2:45 PM
🧵 (1/2) At its core, @fji-law.bsky.social's mission is to create long-term solutions toward #CJReform. That's why I was thrilled to reconnect with my favorites in this space: Mission: Launch, Inc., Aventiv, R3 Score, & Dress for Success AZ during the #BankOn100MillionLA Hackathon earlier this month.
November 26, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Members of @fji-law.bsky.social's staff attended panels on the criminalization of homelessness, racial justice, and the nexus of human rights. FJI will continue deploying the most recent best practices to pursue the most effective advocacy for #Florida's vulnerable residents. (2/2)
November 24, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Help us finish the day strong by investing in @fji-law.bsky.social before midnight: www.givemiamiday.org/FJI (2/2)
November 20, 2025 at 11:51 PM
🧵 (1/2) With 5 hours left in #GiveMiamiDay, how generous has #Miami been to this point? Over $30 Million Dollars worth!

We are eternally grateful to those who invested in @fji-law.bsky.social during this year's campaign and we are getting ever closer to our $47,000 goal for the organization.
November 20, 2025 at 11:51 PM
For 17 years, I’ve simply wanted to be a guiding inspiration as you’ve grown. But, you continue to inspire me daily as it turns out. I can’t tell you how immeasurably proud of the young man you’ve become.

Happy Birthday, Michael. Love you, my son. (4/4)
November 18, 2025 at 12:52 PM
This year, he and his teammates won the regional championship for the first time in school history and are on the verge of competing for a state championship.

The moral of the story: no matter how much adversity we may face, sometimes we must take risks to get what we want in life. (3/4)
November 18, 2025 at 12:52 PM
So much so that my first instinct was to sit him down for the season so he could fully heal. I felt like I needed to protect him from himself.

I was met with fierce resistance.

When we’re young, we always feel like we’re invincible.

In short, he ended up playing. (2/4)
November 18, 2025 at 12:52 PM
🧵 (1/4) I’m going to be vulnerable here for a moment. Please indulge me.

Last year, I learned that my son got injured during a voluntary football practice that resulted in a deep gash on his head. As a former football player, I’m aware of the dangers associated with head injuries.
November 18, 2025 at 12:52 PM
🧵 (1/2) Last week was filled with civic engagement: Miami-Dade Courts opened the new Osvaldo Soto Justice Center on 11/10.

@aclufl.bsky.social hosted a Candidate Forum for Miami Mayoral finalists on 11/13.

Yesterday, the Human Rights in the Americas Symposium at @miamilawschool.bsky.social began.
November 17, 2025 at 3:50 PM
@fji-law.bsky.social is returning to The Miami Woman's Club for our 2026 Signature Event on 4/16! Nominations are now open for the Rod Petrey Public Service Award & Randy Berg Social Justice Award.

For more info on submitting a nomination: floridajusticeinstitute-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/person...
November 12, 2025 at 8:01 PM
🧵 (1/2) Recently, @fji-law.bsky.social board member, Tiffani Lee, hosted an intimate gathering to raise funds for FJI's work. I delivered remarks about FJI's historical impact and how community support enabled FJI to pursue systemic change in #Florida.
November 10, 2025 at 6:55 PM
🧵 (1/2) #WBW: Last week, I connected with philanthropic stakeholders during the 3rd anniversary celebration of the Broward Center for Nonprofit Excellence. In 10 days, we will recognize #NationalPhilanthropyDay.
November 5, 2025 at 10:45 PM
November marks #NationalHomelessnessAwarenessMonth. In #Miami, Alvah Chapman took seriously his role in reducing chronic homelessness in the community.

Glad that @fji-law.bsky.social gets to work alongside 2 previous winners to change the landscape of unsheltered homelessness in our neighborhoods.
November 4, 2025 at 8:26 PM
🧵 (1/2) #MLM: I've worked on sentence reduction, reentry issues, and as a funder across the advocacy spectrum, but true #CJReform incorporates all those solutions and much more.
November 3, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Although @fji-law.bsky.social focuses on serving those without means and those struggling with mental or physical disabilities, all disenfranchised populations matter.

We lost an hour today but we should never lose our humanity. Love your neighbor. No exceptions. (2/2)
November 2, 2025 at 5:25 PM
🧵 (1/2) Yesterday, I did something I don't often get to do: Take a walk. While I explored, I encountered this sign in front of a local house of worship.

As someone who grew up in the church, I found it especially poignant for the current environment. A powerful reminder for this very moment.
November 2, 2025 at 5:25 PM
As the government shutdown looms, it's up to the community to deliver for those who need it most.

And, when we come together, positive change happens. Thank you to my counterpart at Miami Homes for All, Annie Lord, and her team for reminding everyone that it's up to us to create #TheFutureWeBuild.
October 31, 2025 at 11:50 PM
For 3 years, the Broward Center for Excellence provided support to develop more impactful NPOs. Yesterday, I attended their anniversary celebration.

@fji-law.bsky.social is grateful to its #BrowardCounty stakeholders to help serve vulnerable Floridians. Thanks to Christine Perez for inviting me!
October 30, 2025 at 6:50 PM
🧵 (1/3) Elections have consequences. #ElectionDay is a week away and voters have an opportunity to make their voices heard.

In #Miami, voters will choose a new mayor and determine potential amendments to the City Charter to establish fairer representation across the city.
October 28, 2025 at 7:00 PM
#TBT: In 2022, I marched with @officialmlk3.bsky.social and his family in defense of voting/civil rights. Proud to witness him uphold the #MLK legacy over the years. Happy birthday! (h/t @legaldefensefund.bsky.social)
October 23, 2025 at 5:35 PM
@fji-law.bsky.social stands for human rights. Especially those disenfranchised residents and underinvested communities in #Florida. Thanks to my colleagues at @aijustice.bsky.social for inviting me to join their powerful convening.

Access to justice matters during #ProBonoWeek and beyond.
October 23, 2025 at 3:30 PM