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- North Korea Gulag and Political PrisonsGraphic details on what has gone on in North Korean prison camps.
- Death of the "Birdman of Alcatraz", 1963Robert Stroud served 54 of his 73 years in prison, 42 of them in isolation. During his years in prison he studied French, law, astronomy, and engineering. He also contributed a great deal to the world's knowledge of canaries and other birds.
- How to Send a Book to a PrisonerThe best gift a person in prison could receive is a book.
- Henry Wirz Hanged for Crimes at Andersonville, 1865Henry Wirz was the only Confederate officer ever convicted of war crimes after the Civil War. But was he really guilty?
- Gorilla Justice - Rebellious EmotionsA 1000-pound gorilla -not 800-pound, but 1000-pound gorilla -or more appropriately a $70 billion gorilla, the amount reported to be spent by governments on incarceration costs. “You can't fight me. I'm stronger than you. Even if you get out of this alive.
- Gorilla Justice - Gladiator SchoolsA 1000-pound gorilla -- not 800-pound, but 1000-pound gorilla -- or more appropriately a $70 billion gorilla, the amount reported to be spent by governments on incarceration costs. “You can't fight me. I'm stronger than you.
- Gorilla Justice - Part IIA“You can't fight me. I'm stronger than you. Even if you get out of this alive, you'll never be loved by anyone. You'll be lonely forever.”
- Gorilla Justice - Part III“You can't fight me. I'm stronger than you. Even if you get out of this alive, you'll never be loved by anyone. You'll be lonely forever.”
- The ExecutionerNew Book by J.R. Batur Find her at www.anovelwriter.blogspot.com
- An American Political Prisoner in Solitary Confinement?Government has the ability to make rules, bend rules, break rules or ignore rules. Rules are laws of the land and can be used to inflict political pain onto those who oppose these laws. This misuse of power was imposed on Diaz who committed no crime.
Solitary Confinement, an Experiment Gone WrongSolitary confinement in under fire by many advocacy groups and lawyers supporting humane treatment of prisoners. California public hearing have exposed other horrible conditions as a result of this failed experiment and are asking for changes.- Approach and Response, Correctional OfficersMuch has been said about the “unintentional punishment” theories inside special management units (SMU) or special housing units (SHU). Not much is discussed related to the relationship between staff and prisoner upon their arrival inside such a unit.
Solitary Confinement in California, a State of UnrestSegregation prisoners attempting to commit a coup of the California Corrections Department was a most unusual feat to accomplish. In today's technology and communication through social media, the world quickly united to support their goals.
Rehabilitation in the Prison SystemRehabilitation methods currently used in the prison systems are questionable to say the least. Following are some suggestions that are worth noting and possibly even considering as viable choices of action.- Post Prison Parole and Probation Along with Effectiveness of Prison MinistryThis study will explore post-prison release programs. The issues are not always the fault of the criminal justice system. The effectiveness of prison and post prison ministry is further explained.
Open Letter to Governor Jerry Brown, Pelican Bay Hunger StrikeThe current hunger strike in California prisons has begun. The overall costs may result in loss of human life and extreme expenditure to keep the medical and operational teams at the ready at each facility as planned. The governor has to make a call.
Scarlett’s WebCam“The spider web symbolizes a constant struggle in life and on the job and no matter what you do or how hard you try to do it right, you will end up tangled or struggling to get loose.” This webcam captures it on video and transmits the truth.
"Olly Olly Oxen Free!"For California governor Jerry Brown to hint that he will miss a deadline to release10,000 prisoners by 800 tells those who are informed that he is not taking the federal court seriously with its demand.- Honor Certified Political PrisonersOn this the 50th anniversary of the creation of Amnesty International there is still a great need for your attention...people are still being detained for a variety of reasons!
- Go Wash Your Hands!The Supreme Court ruling to release 33,000 prisoners from California's state prison system offers no real solution to its prison crises but there is a solution.
- Is High Incarceration Sought as a Solution to High Unemployment?Rania Khalek's article, 21st-Century Slaves: How Corporations Exploit Prison Labor, reports an infuriating but not-so-surprising account of America's high rate of incarceration and corporations who employee prisoners at sweatshop wages.
- Shattering the Glass Towers Inside the SHU/SMUCalifornia prison officials and the new governor should take this opportunity at Pelican Bay prison SHU to improve prison conditions that are in compliance with modern penology standards and practices. The time for change is today.
- Women Prisoners Support Systemfemale inmates
- Pelican Bay Hunger StrikeThe Pelican Bay hunger strike has drawn nationwide attention for those living in the SHU. Their conditions are workable but need to be gleaned with an air of caution as the prisons must retain control of their operation and environment.
- Bastille Day a Celebration of Protests, Prisoners, RevolutionHere is information about the 2011 celebration of Bastille Day and facts and trivia about the French holiday.
- The Slaver KingA short story about a prisoner trying to find the king of his prison a man who could get him out.
- California Prisons Releasing 33,000 PrisonersBased on a decision made by the Supreme Court, California has been ordered to release a total of 33,000 prisoners from the state prison system.
Arizona Highways and Byways - Private PrisonsPoliticians everywhere are selling private prisons to citizens wanting cheap government. Promising revenue from these human beings, prison trends of reduction in size cause concerns how these privates will fill their prisons with out of state prisoners
Seriously Mental Ill Prisoners -Dead Men WalkingPrisons have turned into psychiatric spaces as seriously ill persons are incarcerated making up close to 20 % of the population in most states. Their future and lives are endangered by their inability to cope with the culture and being left untreated.- Stop Stalling Gov. Brown and Release Petty CriminalsCalifornia Governor is ready to release a convoluted plan to release prisoners but there is a safer way to do it, if Californians do not leave it all up to the politicians or prison officials.
Solitary Confinement, a Reflection of Abu GhraibMany remember the stories told of the abuse and tortures at Abu Ghraib. Sadly, that event has been buried under the dirt for 5 years now as some states continue correctional practices not sound and sometimes not legal.
Sobibor: The Revolt and Escape that WorkedA brief history of the revolt and escape that occurred at the Polish Death Camp, Sobibor.- Prisoner of Second AvenueA couple deals with the stresses of life that are as modern today as in the 1970's when then show was set.
- Morality is SubjectiveWe define actions as moral or immoral by the intentions behind them, and the outcome of the actions. Contrary to the belief that some actions are always moral or immoral.
- Female Prisoners and Welfare of Creche ChildrenBut what satisfactory solutions can be found for the suffering of the child? The traumatic images of the children, touches one's heart.
Make Room for the NeighborsThis is to notify you that the Spanfuming Prison located just forty miles east of town will be releasing prisoners into the community this weekend.- 'The Prisoner:' Knowing How to Make an ExitName one thing that sets the great sci-fi series apart from the rest? They know not only how to hold your attention, but to call it a day. Patrick McGoohan's 'The Prisoner' is considered the standard because of it.
- Violent Prisoner's Best FriendCalifornia prison officials have found a scapegoat in releasing the wrong prisoner, its a computer program.
- The Blood MageIn a land where the Magick Borne- pure-blooded wielders of the magickal arts- hold tyrannical rule, things are poised for change when the heir to the throne seeks to walk the path of the old ways.
- Safe and Wise Way to Release 44,000 PrisonersWe can Safely release the court ordered 44,000 prisoners if we really consider helping the former inmates and not give in to the fear of releasing so many convicted felons in a two year period.
