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Imagine having your child taken away while you're fighting to reclaim your life. That's the reality Sinceray McCullough, also known as Ray, faced when her son was wrongfully placed in foster care during her incarceration. In this powerful episode, Ray recounts her tumultuous upbringing in Chicago, filled with neglect, abuse, and the challenges of the foster care system. Her story is one of incredible resilience, as she finds the strength in her siblings and extended family to turn her pain into a purpose-driven movement called "I Want War."

Ray's journey to reunify with her son is fraught with obstacles, including the stringent requirements of anger management courses, parenting certificates, and psychological evaluations. She exposes the often adversarial relationship with social workers and the crushing timelines dictated by the 1522 law, which prioritizes departmental agendas over family unity. Ray offers an unfiltered look at the emotional and bureaucratic struggles many parents endure, highlighting the systemic flaws that make reunification grueling.

We also shine a light on Ray's relentless fight within the family court system, marred by a traumatic car accident Her transformation from a felon to a peer support specialist serves as a beacon of hope. Ray shares invaluable advice for individuals with criminal backgrounds seeking rehabilitation to enhance employment prospects. Her story underscores the power of legal representation, the necessity of a stable environment, and the unwavering strength of the human spirit in overcoming life's toughest challenges. Tune in for a poignant exploration of resilience, advocacy, and the fight for family.

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