Tag: incarceration

Why I’m in Favor of Prison Abolition, and Voting YES for the Justice Center

[by Gregory Johnson] Anyone who has spoken with me over the past 30 years about the state of our justice system as it relates to incarceration, jails, prisons, and correctional institutions would accurately categorize me as a Prison Abolitionist or perhaps a Prison Reform Advocate. Over the years, not much has changed with the state of… Continue reading Why I’m in Favor of Prison Abolition, and Voting YES for the Justice Center

Affirmative Action Applied to the Justice System to Correct Racial Bias

Affirmative Action policies and programs have been widely adopted and embraced globally as a means “to promote actions that achieve non-discrimination.” The outcomes and benefits of affirmative action are only seen over longer periods of time, and the implementation isn’t always precise. Yet, the overall outcome is beneficial. The principles of affirmative action have yet… Continue reading Affirmative Action Applied to the Justice System to Correct Racial Bias

Johnson County Justice Center – Decision to Vote Yes or No

[Note: The following is written as a personal appeal directed to those who are concerned about the incarceration crisis in the United States. Feel free to comment or suggest changes. You can also discuss this on Facebook. This document was revised on 25 April 2013 based on feedback received in the Facebook discussion.] Introduction. Visit… Continue reading Johnson County Justice Center – Decision to Vote Yes or No

Johnson County Iowa – Incarceration and Racial Disparity – Causes and Solutions

The justice system in Johnson County seems to be disproportionately arresting and incarcerating people simply on the basis of race. (Source: “Time to correct underlying causes of jail overcrowding,” Press Citizen, 31 March 2013) Once incarcerated, people of color are held longer than others. These statements are based on twelve years of research using large… Continue reading Johnson County Iowa – Incarceration and Racial Disparity – Causes and Solutions

Johnson County Iowa Incarceration Rates Lower than Libya… and 62 Other Countries

Although the United States has the highest incarceration rate in the world, Johnson County Iowa, with an average of 160 to 200 inmates, has a lower incarceration rate (per 100,000) than many countries – at times dropping as low as Venezuela and China. To reach even lower levels, such as those of Portugal, we will… Continue reading Johnson County Iowa Incarceration Rates Lower than Libya… and 62 Other Countries

Johnson County Iowa Among Lowest Incarceration Rates in the Nation – New Justice Center Will Further Reduce Incarceration Rate

Summary. The new Johnson County Justice Center will help Johnson County continue to have one of the lowest incarceration rates in the nation by offering expanded education and services on-site with effective diversion initiatives. However, you must vote yes on November 6 for the new Justice Center to be approved. Click here to learn more… Continue reading Johnson County Iowa Among Lowest Incarceration Rates in the Nation – New Justice Center Will Further Reduce Incarceration Rate