Michael J. Langley
@mikelangleyfl.bsky.social
Advancing societies and transforming communities with bold leadership and public service
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🧵 (1/2) It's your last chance to nominate someone for the 2026 Petrey Public Service and Berg Social Justice Awards! Help @fji.law honor an individual and an organization ushering in positive change in #Florida during our Signature Event in April!
Today is the last day to nominate a stand out person or oganization for one of FJI's awards.
To see the form and full guidelines for nominations, head to linktr.ee/fji.law
To see the form and full guidelines for nominations, head to linktr.ee/fji.law
December 12, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Reposted by Michael J. Langley
On this Human Rights Day, the ABA encourages all lawyers to reaffirm their commitment to protect human rights and the rule of law. Read full statement: https://bit.ly/48ykYzy
December 10, 2025 at 3:30 PM
On this Human Rights Day, the ABA encourages all lawyers to reaffirm their commitment to protect human rights and the rule of law. Read full statement: https://bit.ly/48ykYzy
Reposted by Michael J. Langley
In 2024, FJI and the Southern Legal Counsel sued St. Johns County over its anti-panhandling ordinance.
That lawsuit has helped to keep other counties and cities from enforcing similar laws.
Read the full article and support our work linktr.ee/fji.law
That lawsuit has helped to keep other counties and cities from enforcing similar laws.
Read the full article and support our work linktr.ee/fji.law
December 9, 2025 at 1:01 PM
In 2024, FJI and the Southern Legal Counsel sued St. Johns County over its anti-panhandling ordinance.
That lawsuit has helped to keep other counties and cities from enforcing similar laws.
Read the full article and support our work linktr.ee/fji.law
That lawsuit has helped to keep other counties and cities from enforcing similar laws.
Read the full article and support our work linktr.ee/fji.law
We're serious about empowering Florida's vulnerable residents.
Thanks to @jaxtoday.org for highlighting our work: @fji.law + @southernlegal.bsky.social "filed a lawsuit last year arguing that St. Johns’ panhandling law was unconstitutional."
Learn more at our website: fji.law/our-recent-w...
Thanks to @jaxtoday.org for highlighting our work: @fji.law + @southernlegal.bsky.social "filed a lawsuit last year arguing that St. Johns’ panhandling law was unconstitutional."
Learn more at our website: fji.law/our-recent-w...
Legal fight stalls some panhandling prohibitions in Northeast Florida | Jacksonville Today
According to internal emails, the City of St. Augustine is not enforcing its panhandling law due to ongoing litigation.
jaxtoday.org
December 8, 2025 at 3:55 PM
We're serious about empowering Florida's vulnerable residents.
Thanks to @jaxtoday.org for highlighting our work: @fji.law + @southernlegal.bsky.social "filed a lawsuit last year arguing that St. Johns’ panhandling law was unconstitutional."
Learn more at our website: fji.law/our-recent-w...
Thanks to @jaxtoday.org for highlighting our work: @fji.law + @southernlegal.bsky.social "filed a lawsuit last year arguing that St. Johns’ panhandling law was unconstitutional."
Learn more at our website: fji.law/our-recent-w...
Reposted by Michael J. Langley
December 7, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Reposted by Michael J. Langley
#OTD in 1955, the Montgomery bus boycott began after Rosa Parks’ arrest. Black residents organized for 13 months until Montgomery’s buses were integrated in 1956. Collective action changed history. #TheMarchContinues
December 5, 2025 at 3:01 PM
#OTD in 1955, the Montgomery bus boycott began after Rosa Parks’ arrest. Black residents organized for 13 months until Montgomery’s buses were integrated in 1956. Collective action changed history. #TheMarchContinues
Reposted by Michael J. Langley
#OTD in 1965 the 13th Amendment ended slavery, but with a loophole; slavery was allowed as punishment for a crime. This marked the beginning of mass incarceration and the systemic oppression of Black people that persists today. Understanding this history is crucial to dismantling the system.
December 6, 2025 at 2:11 PM
#OTD in 1965 the 13th Amendment ended slavery, but with a loophole; slavery was allowed as punishment for a crime. This marked the beginning of mass incarceration and the systemic oppression of Black people that persists today. Understanding this history is crucial to dismantling the system.
🧵 (1/2) Whether it's policy wins, fierce advocacy for clients, or engaging vulnerable communities, @fji.law remains committed to access to justice across #Florida.
I'm grateful to lead this organization daily. Thank you to FJI's board, staff, and supporters for helping FJI be successful.
I'm grateful to lead this organization daily. Thank you to FJI's board, staff, and supporters for helping FJI be successful.
December 5, 2025 at 4:40 PM
🧵 (1/2) Whether it's policy wins, fierce advocacy for clients, or engaging vulnerable communities, @fji.law remains commited to access to justice across #Florida.
I'm grateful to lead this organization daily. Thank you to FJI's board, staff, and supporters for helping FJI be successful.
I'm grateful to lead this organization daily. Thank you to FJI's board, staff, and supporters for helping FJI be successful.
December 5, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Reposted by Michael J. Langley
Drawing on first-person accounts as well as thousands of public records from the past 10 years, the SPLC’s new report shines a light on the root causes of violence and the alarming lack of accountability at Gulf and in the Florida Department of Corrections.
Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4rxXJgv
Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4rxXJgv
December 4, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Drawing on first-person accounts as well as thousands of public records from the past 10 years, the SPLC’s new report shines a light on the root causes of violence and the alarming lack of accountability at Gulf and in the Florida Department of Corrections.
Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4rxXJgv
Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4rxXJgv
Thank you to Morgan & Morgan for referencing their history with @fji.law in a recent interview with the @americanbar.org. www.americanbar.org/groups/diver...
December 4, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Thank you to Morgan & Morgan for referencing their history with @fji.law in a recent interview with the @americanbar.org. www.americanbar.org/groups/diver...
🧵 (1/3) Dave Lawrence is a legendary figure in #Miami who earns admiration and respect from everyone he encounters. The true measure of a man is the impact he's made on others.
That's why I joined hundreds of other leaders for a reception in his honor this afternoon at @loandepotpark.bsky.social.
That's why I joined hundreds of other leaders for a reception in his honor this afternoon at @loandepotpark.bsky.social.
December 3, 2025 at 9:25 PM
🧵 (1/3) Dave Lawrence is a legendary figure in #Miami who earns admiration and respect from everyone he encounters. The true measure of a man is the impact he's made on others.
That's why I joined hundreds of other leaders for a reception in his honor this afternoon at @loandepotpark.bsky.social.
That's why I joined hundreds of other leaders for a reception in his honor this afternoon at @loandepotpark.bsky.social.
Under @theflabar.bsky.social rules, licensed lawyers in the state can render their Pro Bono service by contributing at least $350 to legal aid.
Take advantage by investing in @fji.law's work during this holiday season of giving: www.fji.law/donate
Take advantage by investing in @fji.law's work during this holiday season of giving: www.fji.law/donate
December 3, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Under @theflabar.bsky.social rules, licensed lawyers in the state can render their Pro Bono service by contributing at least $350 to legal aid.
Take advantage by investing in @fji.law's work during this holiday season of giving: www.fji.law/donate
Take advantage by investing in @fji.law's work during this holiday season of giving: www.fji.law/donate
🧵 (1/2) Recently, both the @miamiherald.com & @reason.com featured @fji-law.bsky.social's 'Wilson v. Dixon' case. Why it matters: #Florida is one of only 13 states without consistent access to universal air conditioning in its state-run prisons.
Reports show the heat index hitting 119 degrees inside Dade Correctional Institution. This is a serious health risk for people inside.
FJI is fighting in court because forcing people to endure this kind of extreme heat is cruel and inhumane.
Follow to stay updated and support at FJI.law
FJI is fighting in court because forcing people to endure this kind of extreme heat is cruel and inhumane.
Follow to stay updated and support at FJI.law
December 2, 2025 at 8:27 PM
🧵 (1/2) Recently, both the @miamiherald.com & @reason.com featured @fji-law.bsky.social's 'Wilson v. Dixon' case. Why it matters: #Florida is one of only 13 states without consistent access to universal air conditioning in its state-run prisons.
The nomination deadline for the 2026 @fji-law.bsky.social Awards is fast approaching! You have just 10 days left to submit a nomination for the Petrey Public Service & Berg Social Justice Awards!
Follow the instructions in the link below to nominate by 12/12. Only complete packets considered.
Follow the instructions in the link below to nominate by 12/12. Only complete packets considered.
Nominations for our Public Service and Social Justice Awards will be open for 10 more days!
Head over to linktr.ee/fji.law to nominate an outstanding individual or organization before December 12th.
Head over to linktr.ee/fji.law to nominate an outstanding individual or organization before December 12th.
December 2, 2025 at 5:35 PM
The nomination deadline for the 2026 @fji-law.bsky.social Awards is fast approaching! You have just 10 days left to submit a nomination for the Petrey Public Service & Berg Social Justice Awards!
Follow the instructions in the link below to nominate by 12/12. Only complete packets considered.
Follow the instructions in the link below to nominate by 12/12. Only complete packets considered.
5 tackles and 1 game-sealing interception later, my son took home the @maxpreps.bsky.social Defensive Player of the Game in the state title tilt!
The Langley men now have a title ring apiece! I hope you're watching for more secondary help in the Class of '27, @canesfootball.bsky.social! #BadassDBs
The Langley men now have a title ring apiece! I hope you're watching for more secondary help in the Class of '27, @canesfootball.bsky.social! #BadassDBs
December 1, 2025 at 9:50 PM
5 tackles and 1 game-sealing interception later, my son took home the @maxpreps.bsky.social Defensive Player of the Game in the state title tilt!
The Langley men now have a title ring apiece! I hope you're watching for more secondary help in the Class of '27, @canesfootball.bsky.social! #BadassDBs
The Langley men now have a title ring apiece! I hope you're watching for more secondary help in the Class of '27, @canesfootball.bsky.social! #BadassDBs
Still on Cloud 9 after yesterday's state title win.
This is what I texted him after the game...
"Son: I can't tell you how immeasurably proud I am of everything you and your teammates accomplished this season. You'll remember this moment forever. Congratulations! Love you!"
My heart is so full!
This is what I texted him after the game...
"Son: I can't tell you how immeasurably proud I am of everything you and your teammates accomplished this season. You'll remember this moment forever. Congratulations! Love you!"
My heart is so full!
November 29, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Still on Cloud 9 after yesterday's state title win.
This is what I texted him after the game...
"Son: I can't tell you how immeasurably proud I am of everything you and your teammates accomplished this season. You'll remember this moment forever. Congratulations! Love you!"
My heart is so full!
This is what I texted him after the game...
"Son: I can't tell you how immeasurably proud I am of everything you and your teammates accomplished this season. You'll remember this moment forever. Congratulations! Love you!"
My heart is so full!
15-0 Dream Season COMPLETE!
Congratulations to my son and the rest of the Cascade High football team for winning their first ever state championship!
You earned it! (via @wthrcom.bsky.social)
Congratulations to my son and the rest of the Cascade High football team for winning their first ever state championship!
You earned it! (via @wthrcom.bsky.social)
CONGRATS CADETS! Cascade has won the first state football championship in school history with a 29-14 win over Bishop Luers.
The Cadets finished the season 15-0!
The Cadets finished the season 15-0!
Cascade wins 1st state title with 29-14 win over Luers in Class 3A championship game
Dayton Mink rushed for a pair of scores as Cascade won the first state football championship in school history Friday at Lucas Oil Stadium.
www.wthr.com
November 29, 2025 at 12:30 AM
15-0 Dream Season COMPLETE!
Congratulations to my son and the rest of the Cascade High football team for winning their first ever state championship!
You earned it! (via @wthrcom.bsky.social)
Congratulations to my son and the rest of the Cascade High football team for winning their first ever state championship!
You earned it! (via @wthrcom.bsky.social)
🧵 (1/2) #FBF: I distinctly remember a teammate telling me he already made his travel arrangements because he knew we'd be playing in the national championship after our first @canesfootball.bsky.social game in 2001.
He, indeed, was prophetic in that prediction.
We won 37-14 on January 3rd, 2002.
He, indeed, was prophetic in that prediction.
We won 37-14 on January 3rd, 2002.
November 28, 2025 at 3:40 PM
🧵 (1/2) #FBF: I distinctly remember a teammate telling me he already made his travel arrangements because he knew we'd be playing in the national championship after our first @canesfootball.bsky.social game in 2001.
He, indeed, was prophetic in that prediction.
We won 37-14 on January 3rd, 2002.
He, indeed, was prophetic in that prediction.
We won 37-14 on January 3rd, 2002.
🧵 (1/2) When we're young, it seems cliché to go around talking about the things for which we're thankful.
As an adult, I've realized that not only is it not cliché, not much has changed.
I'm thankful for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
As an adult, I've realized that not only is it not cliché, not much has changed.
I'm thankful for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
November 27, 2025 at 2:45 PM
🧵 (1/2) When we're young, it seems cliché to go around talking about the things for which we're thankful.
As an adult, I've realized that not only is it not cliché, not much has changed.
I'm thankful for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
As an adult, I've realized that not only is it not cliché, not much has changed.
I'm thankful for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
We're planning our 2026 Signature Event and @fji-law.bsky.social needs your help selecting the 2026 Rod Petrey Public Service and Randy Berg Social Justice Awards!
Follow the instructions in the link below to submit a nomination for one or both honors. Only complete packets will be accepted.
Follow the instructions in the link below to submit a nomination for one or both honors. Only complete packets will be accepted.
Now through December 12th, FJI is accepting nominations for our Public Service and Social Justice Awards.
If you know an individual or organization you'd like to nominate, see the complete rules and learn more at linktr.ee/fji.law
If you know an individual or organization you'd like to nominate, see the complete rules and learn more at linktr.ee/fji.law
November 26, 2025 at 5:05 PM
We're planning our 2026 Signature Event and @fji-law.bsky.social needs your help selecting the 2026 Rod Petrey Public Service and Randy Berg Social Justice Awards!
Follow the instructions in the link below to submit a nomination for one or both honors. Only complete packets will be accepted.
Follow the instructions in the link below to submit a nomination for one or both honors. Only complete packets will be accepted.
🧵 (1/2) At its core, @fji-law.bsky.social's mission is to create long-term solutions toward #CJReform. That's why I was thrilled to reconnect with my favorites in this space: Mission: Launch, Inc., Aventiv, R3 Score, & Dress for Success AZ during the #BankOn100MillionLA Hackathon earlier this month.
November 26, 2025 at 2:35 PM
🧵 (1/2) At its core, @fji-law.bsky.social's mission is to create long-term solutions toward #CJReform. That's why I was thrilled to reconnect with my favorites in this space: Mission: Launch, Inc., Aventiv, R3 Score, & Dress for Success AZ during the #BankOn100MillionLA Hackathon earlier this month.
A warm welcome to Rayna for joining @fji-law.bsky.social's Board! Looking forward to her helping enhance FJI's future impact!
Read more about Rayna here: fji.law/board-of-dir...
Read more about Rayna here: fji.law/board-of-dir...
November 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
A warm welcome to Rayna for joining @fji-law.bsky.social's Board! Looking forward to her helping enhance FJI's future impact!
Read more about Rayna here: fji.law/board-of-dir...
Read more about Rayna here: fji.law/board-of-dir...
🧵 (1/2) While #GiveMiamiDay received a significant portion of the attention last week, I also wanted acknowledge @miamilawhrc.bsky.social as it hosted the Human Rights in the Americas Symposium on 11/16-21.
Join us at the Human Rights in the Americas Symposium at University of Miami Lakeside Village! 🌎 Hearings by the IACHR + panels on human rights issues across the region.
🔗 Details: law.miami.edu/events/human-rights-in-the-americas-symposium/
#HumanRights #IACHR #MiamiLaw #HumanRightsSymposium
🔗 Details: law.miami.edu/events/human-rights-in-the-americas-symposium/
#HumanRights #IACHR #MiamiLaw #HumanRightsSymposium
November 24, 2025 at 5:17 PM
🧵 (1/2) While #GiveMiamiDay received a significant portion of the attention last week, I also wanted acknowledge @miamilawhrc.bsky.social as it hosted the Human Rights in the Americas Symposium on 11/16-21.
Grateful to those donors who invested in @fji-law.bsky.social on #GiveMiamiDay! We hope to keep making you proud!
This year, 154 donors helped us raise over $33,000 dollars, even more than 2024.
From everyone at FJI, thank you.
Your generosity means we can continue to pursue justice and make more accomplishments, like the Tristin Murphy Act, happen.
Follow to see it happen in real time.
From everyone at FJI, thank you.
Your generosity means we can continue to pursue justice and make more accomplishments, like the Tristin Murphy Act, happen.
Follow to see it happen in real time.
November 24, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Grateful to those donors who invested in @fji-law.bsky.social on #GiveMiamiDay! We hope to keep making you proud!