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The Private Prison Boom: A Deep Dive into the Industry’s Explosive Expansion and Its Human Cost Read More »

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The Private Prison Boom: A Deep Dive into the Industry’s Explosive Expansion and Its Human Cost

As immigration enforcement ramps up across the United States, private prison corporations are preparing for a massive, highly profitable expansion—backed by billions in government contracts. While headlines often focus on border crossings and policy debates, what’s happening behind the scenes reveals a concerning trend: a booming detention-for-profit industry with staggering implications for human rights and

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Rethinking Sheriff’s Power with the Prison Policy Initiative and Safety Bound Read More »

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Rethinking Sheriff’s Power with the Prison Policy Initiative and Safety Bound

As advocates for justice, transparency, and humane treatment, Sustainable Action Now closely watches how power in the justice system shapes lives—especially for those detained in county jails. Today, we spotlight a critical collaborative effort: the Prison Policy Initiative (PPI) supporting Safety Bound’s bold new platform to reimagine the sheriff. These policy demands challenge the unchecked

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Unveiling Hidden Realities: The “Hiding in Plain Sight” Report Read More »

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Unveiling Hidden Realities: The “Hiding in Plain Sight” Report

Sustainable Action Now’s commitment extends beyond environmental conservation to encompass crucial issues of social justice and human rights. In this vein, a powerful new report, “Hiding in Plain Sight,” has recently come to light, revealing a critical and often obscured aspect of the current mass deportation strategy: the essential, yet hidden, role of local jails.

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A Call for Fair Representation: How Federal Census Policy Undermines Oregon’s Democracy Read More »

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A Call for Fair Representation: How Federal Census Policy Undermines Oregon’s Democracy

At Sustainable Action Now, we believe that a truly democratic society hinges on fair and accurate representation. Every ten years, the U.S. Census Bureau undertakes the monumental task of counting every person in the nation, a process that directly shapes political power, resource allocation, and the very fabric of our communities for the next decade.

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A New Era for Parole Reform – 16 Guiding Principles to Transform a Broken System Read More »

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A New Era for Parole Reform – 16 Guiding Principles to Transform a Broken System

America’s criminal justice system has long been plagued by systemic injustice, mass incarceration, and a revolving door of incarceration that disproportionately affects marginalized communities. While conversations around bail reform and prison abolition have taken center stage in recent years, parole reform remains one of the most urgently needed yet chronically overlooked components of true criminal

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Restoring Wyoming’s Democracy: Fixing the Census Count for Fair Representation Read More »

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Restoring Wyoming’s Democracy: Fixing the Census Count for Fair Representation

The Unseen Impact of Federal Census Policy on State Democracy At Sustainable Action Now, we believe that the bedrock of a healthy democracy is fair and accurate representation. Yet, a critical flaw in federal census policy continues to undermine this principle in states across the nation, with Wyoming serving as a stark example. The way

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The Court Agrees That In Prison, a $15 Fine Means So Much More Read More »

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The Court Agrees That In Prison, a $15 Fine Means So Much More

At Sustainable Action Now, we believe in upholding justice and dignity for all, especially within systems that often lack transparency and accountability. A recent decision by the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals has cast a crucial light on the financial realities faced by incarcerated individuals, affirming that even a seemingly small fine can carry immense

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A Call for Compassion on The Sustainable Action Now Report on Incarcerated Parents Read More »

Our Youth, Politics, Private Prisons, SAN News

A Call for Compassion on The Sustainable Action Now Report on Incarcerated Parents

Our latest report delves into a profoundly sensitive and often overlooked area within the justice system: the experiences of pregnant individuals and new mothers within correctional facilities. At Sustainable Action Now, our mission is to champion initiatives that foster a more just, equitable, and humane world. We believe that true sustainability extends beyond environmental stewardship

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The Hidden Health Crisis of County Jail Incarceration Read More »

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The Hidden Health Crisis of County Jail Incarceration

At Sustainable Action Now, we believe in fostering thriving communities where every individual has the opportunity to live a healthy, dignified life. Our mission extends beyond environmental sustainability to encompass social justice and the well-being of all. Today, we turn our focus to a critical, yet often overlooked, public health crisis: the profound and devastating

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Navigating the Labyrinth & Better Understanding Federal Power Over the Criminal Legal System Read More »

Innocence Project, Politics, Prison Plantations, Private Prisons

Navigating the Labyrinth & Better Understanding Federal Power Over the Criminal Legal System

At Sustainable Action Now, we believe in informed advocacy, and that means understanding the structures and powers that shape critical areas of our society. The criminal legal system is one such area, often subject to intense political debate and policy shifts. When an administration announces sweeping changes, it’s natural to wonder: “Can they really do