De Blasio says sex workers should not be arrested
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“To the question of whether sex workers should be arrested, my broad answer is no.”
Read MoreDe Blasio pledges to end solitary confinement in NYC jails
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“Decades of research show that solitary is ineffective, dangerous, and, too often, deadly.”
Read MoreHe’s backed by AOC, Greg Meeks and Joe Crowley. But could Jeff Aubry lose to Hiram Monserrate?
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‘It’s a sexy story and any darn writer can make a novel about that.’
Read MoreAUBRY: It’s time to ‘HALT’ solitary confinement in New York once and for all
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‘In isolation, people cut their arms, bang their heads against concrete walls, swallow objects and tie sheets around their necks.’
Read MoreSolitary confinement rule change would address ethical dilemma for jail healthcare staff
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Rules would address issue of “dual loyalty.”
Read MoreJails oversight board votes to propose limits on solitary confinement
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But the Corrections Officers’ Benevolent Association contends that solitary confinement is the only option for punishing violent detainees.
Read MoreLegislature agrees to limit solitary, but fails to pass HALT bill
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The new policy clarifies that solitary will be reserved only for conduct that creates significant risk to the safety and security of correctional facilities.
Read MoreHundreds rally for Layleen Polanco at Manhattan Criminal Courthouse
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“They treated my sister like she was nothing because of how she decided to be happy,.”
Read MoreBill to stem solitary confinement gains steam in Albany
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“These conditions cause human beings to deteriorate psychologically, physically and also harms their families and communities.”
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