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Should Prison Be Reformed, or Abolished? with Tommie Shelby

Factually! with Adam Conover

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Rethinking Prison Systems: Abolition vs Reform

The chapter explores the debates surrounding prison reform versus abolition, highlighting criticisms of the current system and advocating for a more just and effective approach to addressing crime. It delves into the roots of the prison abolition movement, challenging traditional views on incarceration and suggesting alternative models based on societal injustices and rehabilitation. The discussion also draws parallels with international examples of more humane and rehabilitative prison systems for inspiration in reshaping American incarceration practices.

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