Aaron M. Kinzer

Aaron M. Kinzer is a journalist, poet, and former incarcerated worker. He served more than 13 years in federal custody. He is a member of Empowerment Avenue and has written for the New York Times, the Marshall Project, Newsweek, and more.

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Protesters marched through the streets of Portland, Ore., on September 9, 2016, during a nationwide day of action against prison slavery on the 45th anniversary of the Attica Uprising, which saw the death of twenty-nine prisoners and ten hostages after inmates rioted for better conditions. (Photo by Alex Milan Tracy) *** Please Use Credit from Credit Field ***

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I Worked in Federal Prison Sweatshops for 23 Cents an Hour

Aaron M. Kinzer

- Sep. 4, 2023

Federal Prison Industries dangles the promise of workforce readiness as it exploits incarcerated workers like me.

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I Worked in Federal Prison Sweatshops for 23 Cents an Hour

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