John Howard Association Archives

Did Rahm live up to his campaign promises on public safety?

By blaming legislators for weak gun laws, Mayor Emanuel has ducked questions about his policing strategies.

The governor continues to avoid talking about living conditions for the state’s 49,000 prisoners.

Sure, long-term solitary confinement may be torture, but it provides jobs.

Plus: a new report from the John Howard Association details the effects of Tamms-style solitary on inmates’ health