End Private Prisons Now, They're a Moral Catastrophe and a Waste of Money

We need to abolish private prisons immediately. These companies profit from locking people up, which creates a perverse incentive to keep prisons full and sentences long, regardless of actual justice or public safety. It’s a fundamental conflict of interest that makes a mockery of the justice system.

The existence of private prisons is a stain on our society. They are driven by profit, not rehabilitation or fairness. Reports consistently show they cut corners on staffing, healthcare, and programming to boost their bottom line, leading to worse outcomes for inmates and staff alike. This isn't about improving society; it's about lining the pockets of shareholders.

Transitioning away from private prisons means bringing them back under public control.