The US has 25% of the world’s prison population, with over 2 million people in prison due to tough sentencing measures costing over $55 billion annually. India has the lowest incarceration rate. The US, China, and Russia make up half of the global prison population, with over 10 million people incarcerated worldwide. The United States […]
The US has the second-highest incarceration rate globally, with over 700 prisoners per 100,000 population. The country has around 2.2 million prisoners in various facilities. China has the next highest prison population, but the US, China, and Russia hold half of the world’s total prison population. The cost of prisons to US taxpayers is over […]
US prisoners cannot have cash, so they use commodities as currency. Cigarettes were popular until banned in 2014, now canned mackerel is commonly used. Other currencies include postage stamps, energy bars, and instant coffee. The US has the highest incarceration rate in the world, with a disproportionate number of African American prisoners. Prisoners in the […]
The prisoner’s dilemma is a game theory concept used to examine why people act the way they do. It involves two prisoners who must decide whether to remain silent or betray the other. The risk of remaining silent is perceived to be greater, leading to the conclusion that defection is the best response. The dilemma […]
Prisoners should have basic human rights, including safe living conditions, medical care, legal protections, and visits from friends and family. Advocates also argue for freedom of speech and religion, access to education and job opportunities, and fair wages. Human rights organizations promote prisoner rights through advocacy, reform, and lobbying for changes in the law. All […]
“Take no prisoners” is an aggressive stance originating from combat, but now used in various contexts. It implies a lack of mercy and can be applied to politics, athletics, parenting, and more. While it can limit mercy, it can also lead to success when pursuing a goal. While the phrase “take no prisoners” sounds merciful […]
