ANTONG LUCKY is an activist, advocate, and public speaker concentrating in the areas of mentoring Black men and boys, bridging the gap between community and police, and developing and launching violence reduction strategies, criminal justice reform, and reentry initiatives for formerly incarcerated people.
"Lucky is insightful, nuanced, and honest about himself, social
problems, and the work he does. He understands his community and
builds bridges between rival gangs and their neighbors. Lucky
resists simplistic ideas and stays focused on fixing root causes
and working with partners who share his goals. In this engaging and
illuminating memoir, Lucky shares his experiences, insights, and
community program know-how." —Booklist
“Harrowing as well as hopeful . . . While the redemption arc is
immensely moving, it’s the unflinching way Lucky calls out systemic
inequality—and the welcome corrective he offers to dehumanizing
portrayals of those disproportionately affected by it—that cuts to
the core. This should be required reading.” —Publishers Weekly
"Lucky has led an indisputably interesting and difficult life, and
he tells his story with compelling frankness . . . A fascinating
and inspiring chronicle of transformation." —Kirkus Reviews
“Antong’s redemptive journey from the most dangerous man in his
neighborhood to an ambassador of peace should be required reading
for anyone who wants to understand what authentic transformation
truly requires. Over the years, I have had the privilege of
witnessing first-hand his trials and tribulations, but more
importantly, his many, many triumphs.” ––Bob Woodson, President of
the Woodson Center
“With breathtaking candor, Antong Lucky shares his compelling
journey from devastating poverty and incarceration to neighborhood
leader in low-income Dallas communities, becoming a nationally
recognized activist, equipping and empowering young inner-city
residents, and advocating for sweeping changes in urban power
structures to create a more just society. Antong has an
extraordinary gift for leadership and a heart for community
service. His story will inform and inspire others. It could very
well change your life.” ––Don Williams, Founder & CEO of Foundation
for Community Empowerment
“Experience an intellectual marvel tell a miraculous true story
providing the solution to the widening divides in America. Antong
Lucky reveals harsh realities and presents compassionate activism
for timeless hope and a renewal of the belief that fearless love
will win.” ––Drew Willey, CEO/Founder of Restoring Justice
“Antong Lucky’s story is both wrenching and inspiring. His
experience is an undeniable lesson in the ways people can transform
ourselves, each other, and our communities in ways the criminal
legal system never can.” ––Danielle Sered, author of Until We
Reckon
“A Redemptive Path Forward is both timely and timeless. Antong’s
profoundly moving memoir offers a searing portrait of a young man
caught between the laws of America’s unjust legal system and the
laws of the streets––both hell bent on cutting his life short
before it really even begins. Yet above all else, Antong gifts us
with his inspiring journey to redemption. Hope is fuel, and this
important book delivers it in droves––just when we need it most.”
––Brittany K. Barnett, attorney and author of A Knock at Midnight:
A Story of Hope, Justice and Freedom
“Reading this book, A Redemptive Path Forward, has given me
insights into just how vulnerable our youths are. The streets are
waiting to pull them in. Antong’s redemptive path is masterfully
laid out as a guide for others to follow. His natural leadership is
turning this idea of Redemptive Activism into a force for good to
be reckoned with!!!!” ––Alice Marie Johnson, Criminal Justice
Activist, author of My Journey From Incarceration To Freedom, and
CEO of Taking Action for Good
“Antong Lucky’s story is about transformation from beginning to
end. Every human being has a God-given inalienable right to enter
the road to redemption. He’s the example of the redemption our
nation needs.” ––Malik Aziz, chief of police of Prince George’s
County, Maryland
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