Tommy "Shakur" Ross has been incarcerated for over 36 years. In those decades, he's experienced a lifetime of transformation. He discovered Islam, helped found a radio program, got a college degree, embraced restorative justice, and a few months ago he was found suitable for parole. But getting to this moment has also been a roller coaster ride. And it's not quite over yet. On the newest Uncuffed episode, we'll hear about the twists and turns of Shakur's long parole journey and how his change has influenced others around him.
I want to be there with my family. I want to demonstrate that I am this kind, loving person. I want to demonstrate that I'm reliable, that I'm trustworthy, right? That I can exercise humility, that I have coping skills, that I have social skills and community skills, and I want to get out and I want to demonstrate these things.Tommy "Shakur" Ross
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