In a new research brief, In the Public Interest shows “how the increased violence in private prisons increases recividism, or the likelihood that prisoners will return to jail or prison. America’s high rates of incarceration and recidivism have become heavy burdens for communities, the economy, and taxpayers. How Private Prison Companies Increase Recidivism details how private … Continue reading Orange is the New Green: How Private Prison Companies Increase Recidivism