Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. One of my favorite pastimes is to prepare a fine meal for folks to enjoy. If at all possible, I prepare my ...

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Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. More than 5 million U.S. citizens are unable to vote in elections because of felony convictions. In countries ...

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While I could have identified musicians, authors and activists who have shaped my existence, I expressed gratitude for my greatest inspiration here at California State Prison, Los Angeles County. His ...

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Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. On April 10, 2024, my prison held a memorial service for Tuan Tran. Unfortunately, the cellblock I reside in ...

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Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. I stepped to home plate and took a deep breath. The aroma of leather, dirt and grass was in the air. A neon green ...

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