Despite Justice Reform, Number Of Inmates Serving Life Still Rising

The video discusses the increase in life sentences in the US, highlighting racial disparities and the ineffectiveness of harsh sentences as crime deterrents. It tells the story of Ranaudo Hudson, who transformed his life in prison, earning degrees and creating a mentorship program. Hudson's death sentence was commuted to life without parole, and he was eventually granted clemency. The video explores the debate on the death penalty and life sentences, noting that public support for the death penalty has decreased while life imprisonment remains popular.

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