Truthout
Prisons
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Seven Ways to Support People in Prison
What are some ways to support people behind bars if you're not near any existing organizations?
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Murder, Mass Incarceration, Militarization and Genocide in Progress
In a word, the name for institutional mass incarceration, murder and the militarization of police forces is - racism.
Against Mugshots: Photos of the State’s Latest Catch Don’t Belong in a Free Press
Embarrassing the accused before they've even been convicted of a crime only serves the interests of the state.
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My Journey With Securus: Prison Phone Monopoly Punishes Loved Ones
Securus is an exploitative monopoly, and an unfortunate part of both prisoners' and their families' lives.
Why Is Marissa Alexander Still Being Punished for Fighting Back?
As Alexander leaves prison for house arrest, it's time to question the system that turns women into criminals for trying to stay alive.
Boston University Metropolitan College Direct School to Prison Pipeline
The US has the highest youth incarceration rate in the world with 336 juvenile incarcerations per 100,000 youth - nearly five times as many as the second highest country.
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Pardon Granted for One of 17 Women Who Miscarried in El Salvador
After unintentionally miscarrying, women in El Salvador have been charged with murder.
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Incarcerated Trans Woman Brings Lawsuit Against New York State After Her Rape in Prison
LeslieAnn Manning reported being raped by another inmate.
Five Corporations You’ve Never Heard of Are Making Millions From Mass Incarceration
Five companies extracting huge profits from the growth of prisons, often out of public sight.
Women in Solitary Confinement
Despite heightened attention to the issues surrounding solitary confinement, women often remain overlooked.