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POWER VS. POVERTY
FOLLOWING THE MONEY TO REVEAL AMERICA'S MASS INCARCERATION SCHEME
ABOUT THE BOOK:
Following the money to reveal the scheme of mass incarceration, I wrote Power vs. Poverty to be used as a tool to fight back against the mass injustice of a system that has hidden behind the word Justice far too long. Instead of justice and corrections, this system has massively incarcerated, oppressed and consumed many generations of people that look like me. In today's America, 1 and every 3 black boys born can expect to go to prison in his lifetime. Power vs. Poverty is my true, first hand account of being a 18 year old defendant in poverty, facing capitol charges up against an outdated, over budgeting, and underperforming criminal justice system that politicians/ lobbyists and businessman has used to scam the American tax payers out of 80+ Billion dollars a year on the idea of Corrections. In today's information age, statistics is one thing, but Power vs. Poverty is more than just analytics and buzz words, its a vivid description of mass incarceration not from the classroom perspective but actually from inside the belly of the beast, giving readers a birds eye view of the mess of mass incarceration.
“People involved in a revolution don’t become part of the system; they destroy the system"
- Malcolm X
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PLEDGE TO CHANGE
As the author of Power vs. Poverty, I believe in leading by example.
I pledge to donate a percentage of all proceeds from book sales to inner-city nonprofits aimed at helping at-risk youth and teens.
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JOIN THE FIGHT AGAINST MASS INCARCERATION
Perhaps you want to get involved and desire a low-involvement effort that would provide maximum impact. You can join me in the fight against mass incarceration by providing knowledge on the realities of mass incarceration to our youth.
That’s right, knowledge. Education is one of the most powerful indicators for determining the trajectory of our youth. You can partner with me to provide empirically based and experience- loaded data about mass incarceration.
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I believe in identifying the cancerous cells of mass incarceration and removing it before it spreads. This is done only through education. How can you help?
Well, "YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE RICH TO HAVE A HEART." Join me in reaching my ultimate goal of providing and arming our youth with Knowledge,Wisdom, and Understanding of the dark forces and the mess mass incarceration.
Power vs Poverty is an excellent book that reveal the failures in the Criminal Justice System and the inhumane turmoil that inmates struggle through to survive despite extreme adverse conditions.
Rivers Peoples vividly details his story and many of the challenges of many other inmates nationwide. His tenacity and strength to withstand this evil environment is a testament to his integrity, resilience, intelligence and fortitude, he overcomes daily with the spiritual and physical support of his family and significant others.
I was very impressed with his focus to remain professional yet give clarity on every setback and triumph. I recommend this book for all audiences worldwide to elevate awareness of a corrupt system without an authentic check and balance for quality assurance in many professions multiple punishments are unacceptable but Rivera has endured no limits on undue egregious consequences for simply being at the wrong place at the wrong time. It is compelling and epidemic circumstances world-wide
Highest rating for exposing and Sharing his lived experience
Dr. Sharon Malone Waddle
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Rivera:We all must come together as one and stop this injustice against our young black men, stop allowing the court system to lock them away like unwanted trash. Families must speak up and be heard together as we fight to free our sons, and brother from this justice system. we have to learn to fight back and learn fight together the time is now!! stand tall for this next generation of black boys and man once and for all- Missy
Rivera:I hate this has happened to you. You were always so kind in school. I hope you get the justice you deserve -Mariah
Rivera:I LOVE YOU LIL BRO & IT'S US vs. THEM TIL THE END...... #freemybro #freehisbody -Brandon
Rivera:Free him now. We all need to share this with the Davidson County Conviction Review Unit
-Pamela
Rivera:The system has always been broken and it’s time we all stand strong on solid ground and fight for what we know is right. -Nicole
Rivera:I don’t know you personally but I know your sister she is an amazing person just keep your head held high KING your time is yet to come prayer and blessings - Tinesha
Rivera:Was down town with you for a while. Glad to see you stood on 10 and they haven’t broken you. The devil had his plan but Allah is the best of planners. Praying for your release. Peace
-Larry
Rivera:Bro just stay prayed up and trusting in God. You know he can change every outcome. I can’t wait to say Rivera is free!!!! Stay blessed bro!! -Randy
Rivera:Rivera was not giving a fair/ proper trial give him A fair trial free his body - Sandreka
Rivera:Everyone deserves a second chance -Latise
Rivera:Good guy.. Keep Fighting.. God Got It!! Stay focused... -ODerrick
Rivera:Love Mac see u out here real soon FREEDOM!!! -Kenneth
Rivera:Keep your head up! -Joy Yo keep ya head up -James
Rivera:What comes after a sentence?? An appeal!!!
Hold your head up you coming home!!! FREE YOUR BODY!!! -Latreka
Rivera:Free Our(R). Peoples -Guila
Rivera:Still praying for you while you fighting for your freedom. You deserve a 2nd chance at life.. You need to be with your kids and your family. I pray that they let you out so you can start your life over again! -Janyce
Rivera:May God continue to bless you. -Koco
Rivera:I hope and pray u get another chance at life especially for your kids -Latorya
Rivera:Once God bless us with grace the devil has no choice but to free our bodies may God be with us family -William
Rivera:We all have made mistakes and we ALL deserve another chance. Free Rivera -Diamond
Rivera:Keep your head up, better days are coming ❤️ -Quanisha
Rivera:He served his time let him be free so he can make a change for the -Christen
Rivera:Keep your head high! -Mitchell
Rivera:Free Rivera Peoples -Nathan
Rivera:Free You!! -Quinta
Rivera:Everyone deserves another chance -Mariah
Rivera:Give this man a chances to live a free life -Virgina
Rivera:God is good keep your faith -Darreyl
Rivera:I read your story and I'm all for you being out here on these streets with the people that stands by you and care and love you ain't no young man of your stature should be locked behind them cages.
-Jadon
Rivera:Free Rivera -John
Rivera:Free Rivera Til It Backwards. Loving Person, Great Sense Of Humor. Loved All The Way Around -Lucretia
Rivera:My Brother..my Friend..free the Good Guys for once -William
Rivera:Free u -Danielle
Rivera:It's been a long time for us where we have to stick together and notice the real ones let my people go!! -Robert
Rivera:Wrongly convicted new trial -Chudney
Rivera:Mr. Peoples needs a fair trial! This isn’t fair at all!!! -Misses
Rivera:Everyone deserves another day to make it right. I believe in 2nd chances - Kristina
Rivera:Keep your head up and smile -Mrs. Sarah Green
Rivera:Need you home to get to the family -Nathan
Rivera:Keep fighting don’t give up -Arsenio
Rivera:God Bless you! -Tierra
Rivera:U will b free soon keep ur head up -John
Rivera:Hope everything works out for you and your family. Take care. -Whitney
Rivera:#FreeYourBody -Queston
Rivera:Peace family -Eric
Rivera:Free you homie -Jeffer
Rivera:I hope u receive the justice that this country claims to be built on!!! Love and blessings to u and ur family. -Deandre
Rivera:I viewed this petition through Bryant’s page so I knew you had to have impacted him spiritually in some way. I pray that this turns around for you and you are able to be totally free not just from incarceration but free from past people, places, and things that will hold you back from being a Strong Black male leader this world needs that. God bless you -Kia
Rivera:I pray they over turn your conviction & let you come home -Whitney
Rivera:He truly serve his time. Allow him to come home and be with his family. - Christen
Rivera:Rivera had a bright future ahead of him he had a hard upbringing his mom on drugs an no role models around he still found a way to work an finish highschool. He is a very caring person who deserves a second chance. -Toya
Rivera:May fairness and equality serve as true Justice and it not be "Just Us" being unfairly punished. My heart goes out to all of his family, friends, and associates that has missed valuable time with him. When ever you get from behind those bars. Keep your head high. Live your life! Blessings. -Mason
Rivera:Free My Uncle and bring him home to his family - Paris
Rivera:Keep ya head up bra, you almost at the finish line. -Chuck
Rivera:Have faith everything is going to be alright. -Ricky
Rivera:I'm signing this petition for love of my brother in law and his freedom much love bruh see you on this side real soon -Robert
Rivera:I love you family and I hope that whatever your heart desires , you achieve. Your wings are too big for those walls! Love. #freeHISbody
-Dion
Rivera:Keep pushing bro, you got it!!! -Jared
Rivera:I have known Rivera since he was a young boy. He is my grandson’s dad. My grandson needs his father in his life. He will be a teenager at the end of the year and needs the guidance that only a father can provide. -Wanda
Rivera:Praying for you to come home!!! -Carmen
Rivera:Goodluck bro -Carlton
Rivera:Keep your head up, continue to fight for your freedom! -Danielle
Rivera:Keep your head up love...you got this...it will go in your favor❤ -Alexandria
Rivera:Free his body -Antonio
Rivera:As a black man in the judicial system it's messed up. I'm from SC & see it all too often. I have family on the inside as well. These folks just don't want to do their jobs. Keep striving the best is yet to come. ❤️❤️❤️❤️ -Tracy
Rivera:Free you homie -Marcus
Rivera:Change is going to come -Nakia
Rivera:I’m praying you are able to come home. Be blessed. -Joselyn
Rivera:Praying that you are reconnected with your family soon. I know your sister loves you and will make sure you’re taken care of. - Jamesa
Rivera:Free Him -Takecia
Rivera:Keep your head up!!! Brighter days are coming!! -Ericka
Rivera: Rivera was the one of the motivational forces that pushed me to finish college after doing 10years in prison. He shows vivid attention to detail and knows how to effectively communicate with people who have a adverse back ground. He should be teaching this skill to others -Deshaun
Rivera: FREE YOU BRO -CALICO
Rivera:All things are working together for your good! Remember that! -Ty
Rivera:Free him -Tierra
Rivera:Great guy with goals and ambition. He has support from family and friends who all want to see Rivera on the right path. Opportunity is best thing to be given. He deserves a 2nd chance. -Marq
Rivera:Keep fighting ✊!!! -Zana
Rivera:Injustice at its finest . You’re coming home -Shay
Rivera:Praying you stay head strong because trouble doesn’t last always my childhood friend God has the last say so you will come home. Blessings -Katherine
Rivera:Prayers for you -Kanthia
Rivera:This is wrong something needs to be done -
Antonio Rivera:Free our people -Tracy
Rivera:The system is a joke and all of it needs to be reformed.. -Evonne
Rivera: Where is the justice! Do we need some type of fame for our people to help us? I love what you are doing, I just pray that we get heard. -Steven
Rivera:Miss you my brother, I hope everything works out for you. Been wayyy too long! -Jonathan
Rivera:God has spoken on this young man's behalf that he is to be set free back into society to teach others about doing right in life and if not the punishment they will endure. -Tanya
Rivera:May all the powers that be maintain invested in this unreasonable situation to move the decisions and situation in a positive direction. -Kenderick
Rivera:Love you bruh. Come home -Tyler
Rivera:#FreeYourBody -Kelsey
Rivera:i love you so much . we pray that God send you home to us . -Rodricka
Rivera:Free Your
Body Come Home To The Family And The Bag. -Travis
Rivera:Keep your head up high for there are better days to come in your favor! I’m praying for you! -Tempra
Rivera:You coming home cuz! I love you #FREEYOBODY -Reshanda
Rivera:GOD WILL PREVAIL!! -Lamar
Rivera:Stay positive & always keep God first. Never lose your faith you got this! - Daysha
Rivera:My prayers are with you Rivera, stay strong. -Tierra
Rivera:Good luck fam see you soon -Leon
Rivera:Free Rivera he served his time!!!! BottomLine -William
Rivera:Free you the justice system is something they use against us black lives matter - Teresitta
Rivera:Very intelligent motivated guy, has a kind heart to those that are close to him dearly. -Shatorria
Rivera:The wisdom and knowledge and your experience needs to be shared with the world... -Chris
Rivera:You’ve been so strong through this journey and I know your happy day is in the very near future! -Kita
Rivera:Read the case and then decide for yourself. Everyone deserves a fair trail! Our system destroys the young! This young man never stood a chance. Free this man! -Victoria
Rivera:#OutDaGates -Lavonn
Rivera:Great person n a great man that's doesn't deserve to be in incarcerated - Jawan
Rivera:Keep your head up lil bro. God has a plan and you will be free. You know I’m here whenever you need me. I’m here to do whatever I can to help. Stay strong lil bro! You will be home soon. -Anton
Rivera:Free the real -Keith
Rivera:FREE MY BROTHER -Jo
Rivera:You deserve a second chance!!! -Rickcale
Rivera:He’s an incredible friend and deserves a second chance ! -Vivi
Rivera:Keep yo head up !!! -Brandon
Rivera:Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. Free his body. -Eric
Rivera:Free Your Body!!!! -Shaquina
Rivera:Love you can’t wait til you touchdown so you can enjoy your life -Ebony
Rivera:He Matters -Haley
Rivera:Free his body!!!! -Cassaundra
Rivera:Free Rivera peoples he has been away from his family for way to long ! - Akeila
Rivera:☯️ IT'S TIME -Jarron
Rivera:I hope you will be freed my brother. Your trial was unjust and unfair -
Bridgett
Rivera:Just a good person he needs to be free to be with his kids and family -Tia
Rivera:One of the friendliest person I know. I’ve never seen him so wrong by anyone since I met him and I’ve known him since we were 15. -Ricky
Rivera:Keep fighting!! -Brittany
Rivera:He needs a second chance so he can be in his kids life -Barbara
Rivera:Free him. The world is waiting! -Jarvetta
Rivera:Stay prayed up -Amber
Rivera:I will PRAY that you are sent free you have served your time for something that you didn't do your kids (3) need their father you have missed most of their childhood I PRAY you will be here for their teen..We Love And Miss Rivera Peoples...#FREEDOM -Trisha
Rivera:Very loving guy. My brother he deserves to come home to his family. -Walter
Rivera:A good brother who deserves another chance in life -Keith
Rivera:Free Yo BODY -Tywuana
Rivera:Keep your head up! I wish you so much luck! -Joirre
Rivera:Free Him -Timothy
This is great book! Must have!!
Peer Review:
William Green:
Rivera Peoples Power vs. Poverty is an eye-opener that reveals the scheme of mass incarceration. This book exposes the secrets of the belly of the beast that have been attempted to hide from the society. Power vs. poverty shows that practicing equity helps address imbalance social systems. However, Justice can take equity one step further by changing societal systems in order to achieve sustainable and equitable access for future generations in long term. I personally really enjoyed chapter 2 "One of the masses." Because Rivera and I were housed in the same housing unit at several of the same facilities, we witnessed many of the same atrocities. If I could change anything about meeting Rivera, I'd change the fact that I met him in the Davidson County jail, but I love the fact that he developed so well. We were young and poorly educated juveniles, I have witnessed Rivera better himself in all angles from receiving degrees to humbling his self and developing into a great father, trustworthy friend, and asset to our community. I recommend you to read this book and let the light shine upon those wrongfully impacted by our 80+ Billion dollar a year justice system. This book narrates my everyday reality and struggles with mass incarceration and can be used as a deterrent for our next generation . This book is a great non-fiction read.
William Green author of : Striving Struggle of A Juvenile "Growing Grown" In A System
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