Op-Ed: Why California Voters Should End Forced Prison Labor
Briefly

The roots of forced prison labor in the United States date back to the post-Civil War era, exploiting the loophole in the 13th Amendment...
Despite advances in civil rights, California's prison system still uses inmates for labor under the pretense of rehabilitation, often for little to no pay.
This system dehumanizes us, treating us like commodities rather than individuals with rights. Inmates suffer lifelong scars due to the harsh and unsafe working conditions.
The work environment in prison is rife with tension, with inmates compelled to work long hours under the threat of punishment, creating an atmosphere of constant anxiety.
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