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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Kristi Jacobsons new documentary, Solitary, illustrates the uncomfortable reality of solitary confinement through the lives of prisoners at Virginias Red Onion State Prison.

A Devastating Look Into Isolation in “Solitary”

Daniella Nichinson, Staff Writer Feb 1, 2017
Kristi Jacobson's new documentary "Solitary" explores the lives of prisoners forced into isolation.

Rikers Island bans solitary for youths

Alex Bazeley, Deputy News Editor Jan 29, 2015
Rikers Island inmates 21 years old and younger can no longer be placed in solitary confinement, New York City officials announced.
U.S. prison practice of solitary confinement is torture

U.S. prison practice of solitary confinement is torture

Oct 7, 2013
In the wake of the death of Herman Wallace, the WSN Editorial Board makes the case that the US prison system's practice of isolation violates basic human rights and constitutes torture.

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