Crime + Punishment in RI

Even with widespread recognition about the failings of the drug war, moving in a new direction remains difficult for states, in large part because of entrenched practices. I've got a look in this week's Phoenix at how the state deficit and crowding at the ACI are causing RI policymakers to consider a different approach. In related news, Brian C. Jones reviews US Representative Patrick J. Kennedy's efforts to promote parity for mental health coverage.