IJ Client Fulfills Dream of Helping Others–Overcomes Permanent Punishment Law

We like to think of America as a land of opportunity and second chances. But what happens when a web of government restrictions prevents someone from earning an honest living due to past mistakes? Today we’re talking with IJ Attorney Andrew Ward, and Rudy Carey, a substance abuse counselor and former IJ client. We discuss so-called “permanent punishment” laws, the millions of people they affect, and how IJ is helping Americans get the fresh starts they deserve. LINKS: Audio only version of this episode: https://ij.org/podcast/beyond-the-brief/ Become a monthly donor: https://ij.org/support/give-now/?recu... Rudy’s Original Case Video:    • This man was banned from being a counselor...   Melissa Brown’s Case Video:    • Qualified Counselors Banned from Helping A...   About Beyond the Brief: Hear about the cases, issues, and tactics advancing IJ’s fight for freedom—directly from the people on the front lines. Beyond the Brief explores the legal theories, strategies, and methods IJ uses to bring about real world change, expanding individual liberty and ending abuses of government power. Each episode gives listeners an in-depth, inside look at how—and why—we do what we do.