Respond to the following: Answer the 2 discussion question. Include at least 1 reference.

A good response to a written question should combine your personal experiences with theory to support your work. Be thoughtful and insightful and it must demonstrate critical thinking and analysis. A good response to the question should be about 3-4 paragraphs, and address all of the issues that are raised. (Introduction, body and conclusion.) Thank you. When answering discussion questions use an example in your answer. These examples can be from your own experience or from something you’ve read in the news, on the internet, or from any other credible source

M7D1: Is Tent City the Answer to Prison Overcrowding?

American society currently prefers the justice model approach (i.e., just desserts and “get tough “policies) regarding criminal incarceration; however, some argue that this approach only creates overcrowding and enormous prison costs. Others argue that prisoners today are being coddled. Consequently, the public remains divided over these issues, but Sheriff Joseph Arpaio’s response to prison overcrowding is very clear, as evinced by his Tent City in Maricopa County, Arizona

Before responding to the discussion question, view the video, Lockdown: Tent City

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfG4McrQe3c

1. Debate and defend your position on whether Sheriff Arpaio’s Tent City should be replicated or abolished

M7D2: Is More Privatization of Prisons Needed?

Private correction has become a profitable industry, creating many jobs and promoting economic development. Prisons have gradually become more barbaric, allowing minimal personal space or freedom.

Scan the monograph, https://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles1/bja/181249.pdf

2. Discuss why more prisons and jails should be or should not be privatized.