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Then that is the basis of our disagreement. I can’t consider the practice ethical given my understanding of economics, human nature, and history. These two Wi
by mulmen 2y ago
Then that is the basis of our disagreement. I can’t consider the practice ethical given my understanding of economics, human nature, and history.
These two Wikipedia pages show examples of why I don’t think this practice is ethical.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penal_labor_in_the_United_States https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penal_labor_in_the_United_St...
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Codes_(United_States) https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Codes_(United_States)
- s1artibartfast 2y agoAs stated elsewhere, I think penal labor is just and moral in concept. However, I do agree that the moral hazards are too great around combining it with for-profit prisons and corporations. I think the one area where I would find private employment acceptable is work release programs at market rate, provided the pay goes to the prisoners instead of the state. I think these programs should be expanded, and could help with child support, victim restitution, and stability upon release.