There’s an old maxim that behind every strong man stands a strong woman. The women of the San Quentin Inmate Family Council (IFC) are standing not behind but in the vanguard, keeping many men at San Quentin connected to their families. IFC supports … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2016
Sanchez Blasts Obama for Harris Endorsement
Orange County Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez blasted President Obama for endorsing her rival in California’s U.S. Senate race. She accused him of being part of the “entrenched political establishment” that has failed California voters. President Obama … [Read more...]
CIW Puppy Program Inspires Hope and Love for Female Inmates
At first glance many people are taken aback by the sight of inmates walking the prison yard at California Institution for Women (CIW) with a dog at their side. “What is going on?” they may wonder. Maybe you have wondered as well? If you are willing … [Read more...]
Farewell to Cherished Kid CAT Volunteer Hera Chan
More than 50 San Quentin inmates gathered in a rustic trailer to honor and bid farewell to a cherished volunteer, Hera Chan. “There are no words to describe the impact that she has had in our Kid CAT curriculum,” said Cleo Cloman, lead Kid CAT … [Read more...]
Anti-Recidivism Coalition Urges Voters to Support Prop. 57
Californians supporting rehabilitation and prison reform are being urged to register to vote in the November election and to support the Proposition 57 juvenile justice reform ballot measure. That’s the message in a letter from Scott Budnick, founder … [Read more...]
Dear Kid CAT by Caryn Bostrom
Dear SQ News, Thank you for the work that you are doing to share your stories and inspire change and hope for youth. As a public school educator working with teens I am heartened to read the San Quentin News and note the myriad ways inmates are using … [Read more...]
Proposition 57: THE PUBLIC SAFETY AND REHABILITATION ACT OF 2016
SECTION 1 TITLE This measure shall be known and may be cited as “the Public Safety and Rehabilitation Act of 2016.” SEC. 2. PURPOSE AND INTENT In enacting this Act, it is the purpose and intent of the people of the State of California to: 1. Protect … [Read more...]
SQ Mural Artists Work to Beautify the Prison
San Quentin artists say they enjoy beautifying the prison with their talents. Their latest project is to create 16 huge mural panels for one of the prison’s dining halls. Each panel measures 7 feet high and 4 feet wide. The finished mural will be 64 … [Read more...]
San Quentin’s Annual Health Fair Draws Its Usual Big Crowds
Hundreds of prisoners formed long lines on San Quentin’s Lower Yard at the prison’s 13th Annual Health Fair on Aug. 19 to receive medical services and wellness information, ranging from blood pressure checks and chiropractic services to dental … [Read more...]
October 2016 News Briefs
Sacramento — The California Supreme Court decided unanimously in August to overturn the death sentence of Sergio Dujuan Nelson, who was 19 years old when he was convicted of killing two co-workers in 1993. Nelson, who had no prior criminal history, … [Read more...]