A violent prison incident in California has reignited calls for change in the U.S. correctional system — where overcrowding, staff shortages, and mental health neglect remain rampant.
Experts say true reform means focusing on rehabilitation, not just punishment. Countries like Norway and Germany have proven that education and therapy reduce reoffending. Similar programs in Oregon and Florida show that giving inmates purpose helps them rebuild.
Technology can aid progress, but real transformation depends on compassion, accountability, and public demand for a justice system that heals — not just confines.
