The Hidden Truth of the US Prison System: Elizabeth Mikotowicz Shares her Experiences and Solutions

Discover Why Nearly 2.3 Million Americans Are Behind Bars and What We Can Do to Solve This.
In this episode, you will be able to: Unravel the shortcomings in the American prison system and consider viable solutions to enhance its efficacy. Investigate the root contributors to societal problems such as mental health and poverty for greater insight. Probe into the corruption and accountability lapses within religious organizations and juvenile detention centers.
Acknowledge the essentiality of institutional reform, establishing accountability, and holding the powerful accountable. Gain awareness of the inhuman treatment of prisoners and the urgency to address issues within the American prison system.

My special guest is Elizabeth Mikotowicz

Meet Elizabeth Mikotowicz, an incredibly talented artist, activist, and fashion designer with a passion for social justice and prison reform. Having experienced the challenges of the American prison system firsthand, Elizabeth has emerged as a powerful voice for change. By transforming her life and using her creative skills to launch an environmentally friendly clothing brand based on her art, she has proven that anyone can make a positive impact on society. Elizabeth has also been instrumental in getting bills passed for prison reform, advocating for the rights of inmates and tackling the issues surrounding homelessness and affordable housing.

The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:00 - Introduction,
00:01:10 - Interesting Fact,
00:02:32 - Homelessness and Corporations,
00:06:21 - Mormon Church Scandal,
00:09:25 - Holding Institutions Accountable,
00:15:50 - Distinctions in the Prison System,
00:23:22 - Pros and Cons of the Prison System,
00:28:24 - Prison and Punishments,
00:32:44 - Prison Sentencing System,
00:33:37 - Federal Prison System,
00:35:57 - Doctor Malpractice in Prisons,
00:39:57 - Inmate Reporting,
00:44:35 - Prison Rehabilitation,
00:50:50 - Inefficiencies in Police Training and Psychological Evaluations,
00:52:52 - Corruption in the Juvenile System,
00:56:00 - Power Dynamics in Consent with Police Officers,
00:58:46 - Need for Accountability and Efficiency in the American Prison System,
01:00:05 - Environmental Friendly Clothing Brand,

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Support prison reform by advocating for financial repercussions for institutions that stonewall inmates or patients on paperwork. Donate to organizations that provide support for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Advocate for the taxation of religious institutions that are found to be fraudulent or corrupt. Support environmentally friendly clothing brands, such as Elizabeth Mikotowicz's brand, that are based on art and activism. Advocate for the basic needs of society to be met in order to reduce crime rates and homelessness. Support affordable housing initiatives and advocate for reforms that prevent landlords from charging excessive application fees. Advocate for the accountability and regulation of institutions, including colleges, juvenile detention centers, and rehabs, to prevent abuse and corruption.

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