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These States Are Debating Castration for Sex Crimes. Experts Call It Cruel and Pointless.

Critics say there’s no evidence that castration prevents future sex offenses. Yet several states are weighing such measures.

Closing Argument • 06.21.2025

At My Texas Prison, Solitary Confinement All But Guarantees Sexual Exploitation by Guards

Prison journalist Kwaneta Harris on “the hole” at Lane Murray Unit: “It is not uncommon for guards to withhold food unless we take our shirts off.”

Life Inside • 03.10.2025

How a Massachusetts Cop Allegedly Groomed, Controlled and Killed Sandra Birchmore

Matthew Farwell met her in a police Explorer program. Prosecutors say he abused her for years before she became pregnant and he killed her.

Feature • 08.30.2024

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