Like the majority of those incarcerated in California prisons, Daniel had no health insurance upon leaving San Quentin. After one year in prison, his … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2009
Obama’s Green Czar Seeks The Help of S.Q. Inmates
“The President and the country need your help.” This was the message from Van Jones to an audience of more than 150 inmates in the San Quentin … [Read more...]
Their Exodus – Three Lifers are on their way to start new lives outside
The exodus of Lifers from San Quentin to freedom is no longer a rare occurrence. Yet, the parole of a Lifer is still worthy of celebration as it … [Read more...]
The Man in Black Is Back: Johnny Cash Tribute Concert
From the very first raucous, rollicking, foot-stomping guitar chords that rolled forth from the band’s introduction, it seemed quite certain to … [Read more...]
Cullen Selected As Chief Deputy
The certainty of change came to San Quentin on Feb 2 when the new Chief Deputy Warden (CDW), Vince Cullen, arrived, and he’s indicated that he will be … [Read more...]
Finding Peace Through Yoga
Before I actually started attending Yoga I thought of it as some religious cult aligned with the Buddha. That was my truth then. I would see people in … [Read more...]
Rehabilitation – Another Place Where It’s High on the Agenda
No, I am not writing about the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and the Federal Receiver appointed to oversee the … [Read more...]
Health and Wellness Corner
The San Quentin News “ Health and Wellness Corner” column runs every month. A University of California, San Francisco health professional student will … [Read more...]
Lawrence Decision Offers New Hope
Many Lifers hoped that the California Supreme Court decision in In re Lawrence would automatically open the door and set them free. The Lawrence case … [Read more...]
Freedom Gate – Warden Johnston’s innovative ideas
More than 60 years after opening its doors in 1852, the California prison system was quickly becoming a breeding ground for incorrigible and hardened … [Read more...]