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‘This is my way out.’ In Maine, remote work gives prisoners a lifeline. (www.bostonglobe.com)
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[–] 32 points 2 years ago (2 children)

Allowing them to be paid fairly shouldn't be a big deal but it absolutely is.

Not many people realize it but slavery is still legal in the US. Convicted inmates can be forced to work as part of their punishment.

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  • [–] 1 point 2 years ago (1 child)

    Don't even have to be convicted. Jails force inmates to work for the jail. If you refuse they throw you into solitary confinement, till you "adjust your attitude." The vast majority of people in jail couldn't make bail, and are waiting for trial, therefore are innocent of any crime they have been charged with.

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