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The Growing Crisis of Aging in Prisons.
by Justyna M. – Criminal Justice This article is based on the comprehensive research published by the Prison Policy Initiative titled “The Aging Prison Population: Causes, Costs, and Consequences.” As the latest Census Bureau data reveals, the U.S. population is aging — but our prison population is aging even faster. In this analysis, we will…
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The Hidden Costs of Proposition 128and 130: Impact on Colorado’s Court System. Proposition 128: Unfairly Targeting Indeterminate Sentences and Sex Offenders. Too Many People Go to Prison for Far Too Long—And Proposition 128 Won’t Fix It VOTE NO.
by Justyna M. “Too many people go to too many prisons for far too long for no good law enforcement reason.” – U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder “This fall, Colorado voters have the chance to support two crucial initiatives that aim to reduce the state’s high crime rate. I strongly endorse Proposition 128, the “Truth…
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Kairos Outside: A Community for Some, But Not for All. A Chaotic Retreat: When Organization Falls Apart and Becomes Control.
by Justyna Madenska I was recently invited to attend a Kairos retreat for women in Colorado, and from the moment I accepted, I was filled with anticipation. From my conversations with others who had been to this retreat, it seemed like a gathering for women who share one critical bond: the experience of having loved…
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Sing Sing: Where Prison Meets the Stage, and Hamlet Speaks
by Justyna Madenska “There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.”(Act 2, Scene 2) Hamlet. William Shakespeare When I watched the movie Sing Sing, I was captivated from the very first frame. It is so powerful that there isn’t a single moment where you can take your eyes off the screen.…
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The Complex Case of Shannon Richardson: A Journey of Struggles and Injustice and The Inhumane Treatment. A Call for Reform.
by Justyna Madenska “Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly.” — Proverb As we approach the publication of this article, it has become increasingly urgent to address a dire situation within our correctional facilities. The Bureau of Prisons (BOP) and various state and county jails are failing to provide…
Justice Unlocked. 