'Corruption in Plain Sight': AOC Warns Laken Riley Act a Boon to Private Prison Industry | Common Dreams
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"Look at what members of Congress are invested in private prison companies," said Ocasio-Cortez.
  • Noxy@pawb.socialEnglish
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    20 hours ago

    Because our constitution unfortunately EXPLICITLY allows it. The 13th amendment:

    Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.