Tribune editorial: Pass the First Step Act. Now.

Sometimes, an idea comes along that makes so much sense that even American politics can't get in the way.Such an idea is a pending act of Congress that would make some humane, common-sense – and long-overdue – changes to the way those convicted of certain federal crimes are sentenced.It's called The First Step Act, and it has been painstakingly put together over a long process by Democrats and Republicans in Congress, with the support of many who do or did work in the judicial system