Mini Lecture: Locked Up & Let Go: U.S. Prisons and Compassionate Release

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With over 1.2 million people behind bars, U.S. prisons are overcrowded, underfunded, and often brutal. But what happens when inmates grow old, terminally ill, or face extreme hardship? Compassionate release is supposed to offer a second chance—but does it actually work? This talk dives into the harsh realities of prison life, the legal battles over early release, and the moral questions at play. Should justice always mean keeping people locked up, or is there room for mercy? Get ready to explore the system, challenge your views, and debate what real justice looks like in America today.

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