‘The faith community can assist inmates and their families’ Religious communities are celebrating the recent action of the Federal Communications … [Read more...]
‘Orange Is the New Black’ Reveals Life in Prison
As someone who has spent nearly two decades in prison, I approached Piper Kerman’s book about her 15-month stint in a federal prison with some … [Read more...]
Prisoners Asked to Relive a Past Winter Holiday
The nipping and chilly air of winter has come to San Quentin which is a reminder to many of us of the holiday seasons of long ago. Asked on the Line … [Read more...]
Oragami Cranes Decorate San Francisco City Hall’s Holiday Tree
Every December, San Francisco City Hall displays a huge holiday tree in its rotunda. The tree is decorated with thousands of origami cranes and stars … [Read more...]
Prisoners Encouraging Practice of Jehovah Witnesses
You may have noticed dedicated inmates posted at strategic places on prison yards, bearing gifts of spiritual food in the form of Watchtower and Awake … [Read more...]
The Great Legacy Of Fernando Mendez
Fernando Mendez was a troubled youth and addicted to drugs that led him to prison, but leaves a legacy that still impacts many lives, including … [Read more...]
Carpenter Interview Prompts Heated Controversy
I concur with Mr. Davidson’s contention that Mr. Carpenter’s gracing on the front cover of SQN’s July issue was inappropriate. I say inappropriate … [Read more...]
Helping Children Deal With Their Incarcerated Parents
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...]
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...]
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...]
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