Upon further reflection you're right. We're not talking maximum security here. Most people behind bars are going to be released. The whole prison system is an American tragedy and needs to be reformed. I'm fortunate enough to have never been involved with the prison system, but a friend of mine did spend some time in prison for a non violent crime when he was younger. He's one of the most decent people I know and I trust him implicitly. He said "the reason they have prisons is because there are some really bad people." I'm not against punishment at all, but for those reading this and saying no mercy, remember these guys (and women) will be released and need to be treated as you would wish to be treated in their situation.
Upon further reflection you're right. We're not talking maximum security here. Most people behind bars are going to be released. The whole prison system is an American tragedy and needs to be reformed. I'm fortunate enough to have never been involved with the prison system, but a friend of mine did spend some time in prison for a non violent crime when he was younger. He's one of the most decent people I know and I trust him implicitly. He said "the reason they have prisons is because there are some really bad people." I'm not against punishment at all, but for those reading this and saying no mercy, remember these guys (and women) will be released and need to be treated as you would wish to be treated in their situation.