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The Democratic Politics of Prison Abolition
A debate is underway over the democratic politics of prison abolition, examining how calls to dismantle prisons intersect with electoral strategy, public opinion and political legitimacy. Advocates argue abolition is a democratic demand for justice and community safety beyond incarceration, while critics question whether it can win broad support at the ballot box.
Why now: Prison abolition is a recurring flashpoint in left-wing politics and criminal justice debates, drawing fresh attention to its electoral feasibility.
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- The Democratic Politics of Prison Abolition · Amherst College
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