Calvin John Smiley, "Purgatory Citizenship: Reentry, Race, and Abolition" (U California Press, 2023)
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Positionality, Trust, and Pride
The author discusses their positionality and relationship to the re-entry center, earning the trust of incarcerated individuals and becoming a part of the community. They also explore the creative and ingenious methods used by inmates to navigate the rules and regulations, including hiding cell phones and other personal belongings.
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