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Chelsea Manning Should Not Die in Prison
I pray that President Obama uses his pardon power to save Chelsea's life. He is likely the only one who can.
Voices From New York City’s Most Notorious Jail: Former Prisoners Speak Out About Abuse at Rikers Island
A new PBS documentary, “Rikers,” brings you face to face with men and women who have survived incarceration at New York City's largest and most notorious jail.
One Year Since Settlement, Long-Term Solitary Drops 99 Percent at Pelican Bay Prison
The number of people held in the Pelican Bay SHU for more than 10 years has dropped by 99 percent.
Solitary = Torture
Solitary is torture.
Prison Revolutionaries of the ’60s Generation: Role Models for Contemporary Strikers
Former prison activists Albert Woodfox, Robert King and Sekou Kambui continue to inspire current prison struggles.
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Solitary for Suicide Attempts: The Brutal Punishment of Chelsea Manning
Possible solitary punishment for a suicide attempt is likely to exacerbate mental health issues for Chelsea Manning.
Chelsea Manning Faces Indefinite Solitary Confinement and Extra Prison Time After Suicide Attempt
Imprisoned Army whistleblower Chelsea Manning faces new charges after she tried to commit suicide last month.
Abolish Long-Term Solitary Confinement: It’s a Threat to the Public
Solitary confinement dehumanizes everyone involved and is, ultimately, a threat to society at large.
The Torture Mindset of the United States
US domestic torture practices have been globalized and franchised since September 11, 2001.
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“People Are Being Tortured in These Units”: The Fight Against Solitary Confinement
Among the most vocal opponents of solitary confinement are those who have spent years in isolation behind bars.