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Blurring the Prison Wall: The NPRA, Commissioner John Boone, and Prison Abolition - Session 3

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Explore a pivotal moment in prison reform history through this panel discussion commemorating the 50th anniversary of when inmates at Walpole State Prison in Massachusetts formed a labor union and peacefully ran the facility for two months. Delve into the third session, "Blurring the Prison Wall: The NPRA, Commissioner John Boone, and Prison Abolition," featuring speakers including former NPRA President Bobby Dellelo, retired judge Paul A. Chernoff, and other key figures from the 1973 events. Examine the formation of the National Prisoners Reform Association (NPRA), the impact of Commissioner John Boone's radical approach, and the broader implications for the prison abolition movement. Gain insights from this 1-hour 23-minute discussion that bridges past experiences with current abolitionist perspectives, moderated by Harvard Ph.D. candidate DeAnza Cook.

Syllabus

When the Prisoners Ran Walpole: 50 Years Later | Session Three

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Mahindra Humanities Center

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