A bill that would effectively ban solitary confinement in the city’s jails already has super-majority support in the City Council – now, new polling suggests that the details of the bill have broad support across the political spectrum.
Read More“It's not supposed to be solitary, but was essentially being run as such.”
Read More“Freedom from torture is the most basic of human rights.”
Read MoreThe HALT Solitary movement has gained steam after years of advocacy.
Read More“We call on you to pass urgently needed reforms to save lives behind bars.”
Read More‘In isolation, people cut their arms, bang their heads against concrete walls, swallow objects and tie sheets around their necks.’
Read More“Today the council voted to stand with the thousands of New Yorkers working to end the horrendous practice of long-term solitary confinement.”
Read More“These conditions cause human beings to deteriorate psychologically, physically and also harms their families and communities.”
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