Category: System Inequalities
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History Repeats Itself: Mass Deportations, Indefinite Detention, and the Targeting of Stateless Individuals
Introduction Imagine being detained by immigration authorities, stripped of your legal documents, and told you must leave the country—only to realize there is nowhere to go. You were born in the United States or arrived as a child, but bureaucratic failures, missing paperwork, or shifting nationality laws mean no country will accept you. Instead of…
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Innocent Until Proven Guilty?|The Flawed Reality of Pretrial Detention in America
Introduction Imagine being arrested for a crime you did not commit. You have not been tried, have not been found guilty, and yet, because you cannot afford bail, you are forced to spend weeks — if not months — in jail. Meanwhile, another person, charged with the same offense, walks free simply because they have the financial means to…
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Systemic Inequalities and the Failure of the Criminal Justice System
Introduction The U.S. criminal justice system was established to uphold law and order. It was meant to ensure justice and protect citizens’ rights. However, over time, it has deviated from its original intent. Built on principles of due process and fairness, it was designed to prevent tyranny and maintain social stability. However, over time, the…