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Prisons & Policing
Helping Women Harmed by Mass Incarceration and Fighting the Bigger System
Susan Burton writes about how her work with incarcerated women drove her to oppose racist mass incarceration.
We Need Real Police Accountability — Including Reining in the Harmful Uses of Body Cameras
The New York City Police Department recently announced its proposed rules for the use of body cameras.
Israel Resorts to Psychological Warfare to Try to Break Palestinian Hunger Strike
More than 1,500 Palestinian prisoners entered their fourth week without food as Israel intensifies its efforts to break the hunger strike.
The Conviction of an Activist for Laughing Portends Repression of Protest Under Trump
The outrageous conviction of a CODEPINK protester for laughing during a congressional hearing is a warning to those daring to protest in the Trump era.
In the Wake of the Comey Firing, Don’t Forget the Violence of the FBI Itself
While hoping for a political transformation in this moment, we should also be aware of the sordid history of the intelligence organizations and leaders.
Jordan Edwards’s Shooter Has Been Charged. How Likely Is a Conviction?
Texas Police Officer Roy Oliver has been fired and charged with murder after shooting 15-year-old Jordan Edwards, but how likely is a conviction?
Meet the Arkansas Judge Who Faces Impeachment for Protesting Against the Death Penalty
A judge who blocked the state's execution efforts is now facing calls to be impeached.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Seven Things to Be Aware Of
Here are seven things one should be aware of during the month dedicated to mental health awareness.
Witnesses to Double Execution in Arkansas Say Prisoners May Have Suffered Painful Death
Arkansas carried out a shocking double execution Monday night.
Sentenced to Shut Up: To Protect Free Expression, Curb Prison Censorship
Prisons and jails saddle people with senseless restrictions on their ability to speak, write, and receive information.