[by Gregory Johnson] Anyone who has spoken with me over the past 30 years about the state of our justice system as it relates to incarceration, jails, prisons, and correctional institutions would accurately categorize me as a Prison Abolitionist or perhaps a Prison Reform Advocate. Over the years, not much has changed with the state of… Continue reading Why I’m in Favor of Prison Abolition, and Voting YES for the Justice Center
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Foundational Causes of Crime and Incarceration
The United States has the highest incarceration rate in the world, with 500 to 700 people incarcerated for every 100,000. Click here or the above image for a larger view. The rate of incarceration has grown 500% in just 40 years – far surpassing any other country. These facts have caused many to begin examining… Continue reading Foundational Causes of Crime and Incarceration