Wednesday, June 6, 2012

12-06-06 Hunger Strikers at Virginia Supermax Face Retaliation for Protest Against Torturous Conditions


Hunger Strikers at Virginia Supermax Face Retaliation for Protest Against Torturous Conditions

  
Red Onion State Prison is part of Virginia's Prison Industrial Complex

Rania Khalek, Truthout: "Dozens of inmates at Red Onion State Prison, Virginia's only supermax facility, have been on a hunger strike since Tuesday, May 22, in what supporters say is a protest against inhumane conditions. Since its opening, Red Onion has been plagued by scandals of abuse and torture. Supporters are accusing prison officials of deliberately blocking all forms of communication, making it nearly impossible for outsiders to know what's actually happening."

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