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Mercy or Money: How to Grapple With a Rapidly Aging Prison Population

Research shows people often “age out” of crime, and health care costs are ballooning. But still, many states oppose releasing elderly prisoners.

Closing Argument • 03.21.2026

When New Jersey Switches Prison Tablet Companies, I’ll Lose 10 Years of Family Memories

Writer Shakeil Price uses his JPay tablet as a hard drive for his photos and videos. He’ll soon have to mail it home or have it destroyed.

Life Inside • 05.09.2025

How to Investigate Victim Compensation in Your State

A guide for stealing our work.

Investigate Your State • 09.13.2018

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