Laura Rovner

Civil rights lawyer Laura Rovner, known for her advocacy on prisoners' constitutional rights, sheds light on the harrowing realities of solitary confinement in U.S. prisons, particularly at ADX supermax. She discusses the severe psychological impacts, including loss of identity and mental health deterioration. Rovner makes a compelling case against solitary confinement, emphasizing its status as a human rights violation. She argues for the need to reassess prison ethics, as these harsh conditions reflect on our society’s values and responsibilities.