Prison Industrial Complex

I always believed that police used lethal violence to control citizens only as a last resort. Now it’s clear that they are jumping to it without fear — and without repercussion for their actions.
Do I believe all law enforcement acts this way? Of course not. But why do we so often see departments rally around and protect the bad apples?

In her soon-to-debut book, Maya Schenwar explores the power of letter-writing behind bars.

Prisons as currently structured are abusive, coercive and destructive to women’s self esteem, abilities and families.

Prisons as currently structured are abusive, coercive and destructive to women’s self esteem, abilities and families.