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I’ve Spent 26 Christmases in Prison, and Not One Has Been Merry
This year is no different. No family gathering. No Christmas meal. No gifts from my loved ones. No visits.
Biden Commutes 37 Death Penalty Sentences — Critics Call for More
Biden will exit the White House having failed to fulfill his 2020 campaign pledge to abolish the federal death penalty.
Homemade Food Packages Were a Lifeline in Prison. New York Has Banned Them.
My mother used to send taffy to brighten life behind bars. Facing the holidays is grim under New York’s new rules.
Luigi Mangione’s Indictment Is Another Example of the Dangers of Terror Charges
The indictment comes as some states expand terror laws to ensnare protesters who block “critical infrastructure.”
Charged for Protesting Police Violence in 2020, Khalif Miller Is Still in Jail
Miller is one of over 300 protesters who faced federal charges for participating in the 2020 George Floyd uprising.
Survivors of Infamous California “Rape Club” Prison Win Record $116M Settlement
FCI Dublin, a federal women's prison, was shuttered this year amid a lawsuit brought by 103 survivors of staff abuse.
Let’s Create New Traditions That Celebrate Mutual Care for the Holidays
Organizer Holly Krig discusses how to support families impacted by incarceration.
Mother Who Lost Son in “Kids for Cash” Scheme Slams Biden’s Clemency for Judge
“It stole his youth, his childhood," said Sandy Fonzo, whose son was sentenced by former Judge Michael Conahan.
We Can’t Relinquish Our Demands and Solely Play Defense During Trump’s Next Term
Even as we grieve Trump’s return, we must remember that our movements have often operated against the odds.
Daniel Penny’s Trial Underscores the Need for Real Systems of Accountability
The criminal legal system isn’t designed to deliver justice for Jordan Neely. Here’s how we can.