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Solitary Confinement: Cruel and Unusual
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Length:
47 minutes
Released:
Mar 21, 2017
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Podcast episode
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In our continuing exploration of crime and punishment, we take a look at the practice of solitary confinement. To be sure, it has its place in prisons, sometimes for protection of the inmates themselves. However, leaving people in solitary for weeks, months and even years is another thing. We explore this cruel and unusual punishment in today's episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers
Released:
Mar 21, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode
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