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Article: Private prison measure criticized.
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- Journal-World (Lawrence, Kansas)
- Article date:
- March 8, 2007
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Byline: Scott Rothschild
Mar. 8--TOPEKA -- State prison and religious leaders Wednesday testified against a proposal that would allow a private prison in the state.
"Making a profit on incarcerating men and women is especially troubling in light of the prevailing characteristics of persons who populate our prisons -- those who are poor, illiterate, addicted and mentally ill," said Sister Therese Bangert, speaking on behalf of the Kansas Catholic Conference. Her comments were made in reaction to House Bill 2029, which would allow the state to enter into a contract for a private prison. The measure is being considered by the House Federal and ...