The latest U.S. census numbers show that of the 2.5 million incarcerated men and women, one in 28 is a parent, and about two-thirds of these parents … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2013
The Long History of the S.Q. Laundry Room
Since San Quentin Prison was first built in 1852, its oldest laundry room has moved to many different locations. Housing mostly rugged outlaws, rouge … [Read more...]
Film Crew Director Offers Views of Mural Artist Alfredo Santos
San Quentin recently hosted a film crew capturing footage of art and artist behind the legendary walls. The film crew came to San Quentin to make a … [Read more...]
Making a Connection With Ericka Huggins
In October 2009, I met with Fania Davis. Fania spoke around the concept and practice of “restorative justice.” After that meeting, I approached her … [Read more...]
Dissent and Disobedience Misunderstood
Prison officials may be a wee bit nervous about seeing a review on Concerning Dissent and Civil Disobedience, by Abe Fortas, in a prison newspaper. No … [Read more...]
Who Are You Most Thankful For?
As the holidays approach, the hearts of the people in the San Quentin community flood with thankfulness. “Asked on the Line” conducted 11 random … [Read more...]
2013 November News Briefs
Boise, Idaho – Corrections Corporation of America has been held in contempt of court by a federal judge because of chronic understaffing at a prison … [Read more...]
New York Panel Tackles Bias in Justice System
During a three-day conference in New York City, a panel presented what it called “major issues,” and discussed what could be done to reduce bias at … [Read more...]
Increasing Jail Time Works Better Than Longer Prison Sentencing
If policymakers want a safer public, research shows that increasing the certainty of jail time for criminal activity works better than imposing longer … [Read more...]
Officials of Santa Clara County Offers to Pay Rent for 70 Ex-offenders
There is more good news for some Three Strikes inmates now eligible for release due to the passage of Proposition 36 last November. According to local … [Read more...]