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10 Reasons to Oppose Plans for More Prisons

Posted on Aug 15, 2006, Source: New America Media

Opinion: Young community organizers argue that California officials' version of prison reform is counterproductive.

Two Million Imprisoned = Too Many

Posted on Aug 4, 2005, Source: WireTap

On August 13, thousands of people are expected to march in D.C. against rising mass imprisonment in the U.S.

Sister, Uncle Sam Wants You Too

Posted on May 2, 2005, Source: WireTap

As military recruiters step up their efforts to make up for slipping numbers, young women of color are high on their list. Meanwhile, counter-recruitment activists are speaking out.

Unlocking the System

Posted on Feb 14, 2005, Source: WireTap

If the plan for reform at the California Youth Authority goes through, it could become a model of community-based rehabilitation. The promise of such major transformation has some activists asking: Is it too good to be true?
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