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I don't think prisons should exist.

I don't think a free society is compatible with carceral "justice".

I also would not expect a politician to accomplish prison abolition. I don't think that is possible from within this political system. I think this political system needs to go.

I could still hope for someone to enact policies that ensure prisoners have real fucking food to eat & receive medical care & whatever else. Not because it is the solution, but because it would bring some relief.
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Artemis · 12w
I think it is theoretically possible for us to have allies working within the political system, if they are not bought or otherwise forced to bend the knee & compromise. The biggest problem I see with "progressive reformers" in politics is when they condemn those who operate outside of the politica...