White Christian woman gets life sentence for Ponzi scam, impoverished victims escape jail time yet again.
The white, affluent, Christian Debra Mae Carter has been convicted of money laundering and received a life sentence for her part in a Ponzi scheme alongside a Christian radio personality. The sentence is a slap in the face to the community, as it upholds the broken, bigoted system that protects the rich and powerful. The religious aspect of this case must also be scrutinized; tax-exempt religious organizations and their employees often escape accountability, hiding behind faith while committing despicable acts. It is high time that the justice system stopped pandering to these religious elites and started serving the people. This life sentence is a rare victory for the little guy, and we must ensure that cases like these are not forgotten, and that all criminals, regardless of their wealth, status, or religion, are held accountable.