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PETA Secures $250,000 for Care of 43 Monkeys Rescued from Alpha Genesis: A Call to Action
GEO Group, CoreCivic, LaSalle Corrections, and the Management Training Corporation are private ICE detention & glorified private prisons
The Overton Window
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PRIVATE PRISONS.
Private prisons, like many other publicly traded companies, have their value determined by a variety of factors, with the number of occupants being a significant one. The business model of private prisons revolves around incarcerating individuals on behalf of government agencies, primarily at the state and federal levels, in exchange for a per diem or monthly fee per inmate.
The number of occupants, or inmates, directly impacts the revenue generated by private prisons. Higher occupancy rates mean more revenue, as each inmate represents a source of income for the company. Therefore, from a financial standpoint, private prison operators aim to maximize occupancy levels to optimize their revenue streams.
From a trading perspective on Wall Street, investors closely monitor metrics such as occupancy rates when evaluating the performance and potential value of private prison stocks. Higher occupancy rates often signal strong financial performance and growth potential, which can drive up the stock price and attract investors.
PETA Secures $250,000 for Care of 43 Monkeys Rescued from Alpha Genesis: A Call to Action
In a significant victory for animal rights, PETA has helped secure $250,000 for the long-term care of 43 monkeys who recently escaped the Alpha Genesis experimentation facility in South Carolina. These monkeys, who were once subjected to cruel and inhumane conditions, are now on the path to a new life — but they still need…
GEO Group, CoreCivic, LaSalle Corrections, and the Management Training Corporation are private ICE detention & glorified private prisons
Private detention centers for illegal immigration, like other types of private prisons, operate under a business model that relies on maximizing the number of detainees in order to generate profits. These centers are typically run by private corporations under contracts with government agencies, including the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Much like traditional private…
The Overton Window
In the landscape of politics, culture, and societal norms, the term Overton Window has become a popular metaphor for understanding how ideas move from the fringes to the mainstream. The concept, named after political scientist Joseph Overton, offers insight into how public opinion and policy can shift, sometimes dramatically, in response to changing societal values…