Some religionists might look for their places of worship in churches, in temples, in consecrated edifices representing their assorted forms of faith. … [Read more...]
Documentary shines light on two-strikes law
A documentary depicts the use of Florida’s two-strike law, sending those who are convicted for a repeat offense, to life in prison. Frontline’s … [Read more...]
A dance to the music of time: A 1976 novel by Anthony Powell
Anyone who has ever endured a goofy oaf, a bungler, a clod, a complete bonehead whose sudden and entirely unexpected appearance spoiled the moment — … [Read more...]
I Cried to Dream Again
Contributing Writer I first learned about Sara Kruzan, an activist and survivor of child sex trafficking, from listening to an episode of Ear … [Read more...]
ALMOST INNOCENT
From searching to saved inAmerica's criminal justice system by Shanti Brien Shanti Brien captured every aspect of the American judicial system … [Read more...]
FORMERLY INCARCERATED FILMMAKER WINS AWARD
ADAMU CHAN WINS DIRECTOR DEBUT FOR 'WHAT THESE WALLS WON'T HOLD A formerly incarcerated documentary filmmaker, who honed his skills in San … [Read more...]
ART & KRIMES: FILM EXAMINES NEXUS OF ART AND REHABILITATION
“Artists are definitely treated different in prison — ‘cause you provide something real that humanizes people and connects people to their family, … [Read more...]
BOOK REVIEW: WHAT’S PRISON FOR? By Bill Keller
The book “What’s Prison For?” by Bill Keller sheds light on crime and punishment, and the real purpose of incarceration. Tough on crime … [Read more...]
SHIRLEY CHISHOLM Champion of Black Feminist Power Politics By Anastasia C. Curwood
On Jan. 3, the United States Congress opened its halls to 535 Americans eager for public service. Women held only 149 seats in the 118th Congress, so … [Read more...]
VOICES FROM AMERICAN PRISONS
Faith, education, and healingBy KAIA STERN First published by Routledge in 2014, “Voices from American Prisons” by Dr. Kaia Stern is highly … [Read more...]