Prisoners like me are barred from the intimate family visits that are a lifeline inside — all for refusing the[…]
“A New Beginning” by Tariq MaQbool
Although, I must admit that some of the songs are pretty good. Anyhow, the main attraction for me is the[…]
After Covid Outbreak at New Jersey State Prison, Prisoners Fear the ‘Dungeon'” by Tariq MaQbool
A COVID-19 outbreak has hit the New Jersey State Prison (NJSP), prompting a facility-wide, 10-day halt of most movement in[…]
“Ramadan: Divine Therapy” by Tariq MaQbool
On April 2, 2022, I started my 21st Ramadan being locked up. And sitting in my cell late at night[…]
“The Handshake” by Michael J Doce
-By Michael J. Doce
The handshake: a small gesture of humility that can symbolize equality and Peace by the clasping of right hands. The handshake represents humanity and demonstrates common grounds found between two humans.
“The Silence on the Other End of the Phone” by Michael “Abdur Ra’uf” Hearn
-By Michael “Abdur Ra’uf” Hearn
In Season 5 of “Orange is the New Black,” Gloria Mendoza calls her tía (aunt) from prison. Her aunt was at the hospital with Gloria’s son, who is about to be taken into surgery…..
NJSP RETURNING TO NORMALCY
After a two and a half years of hiatus on March 16, 2022, the covid-19 emergency restrictions were eased in New Jersey State Prison (NJSP). Religious services, school, and other vocational educational programs also return in full force with minimal restrictions of wearing a mask and keeping to social distancing. Seemingly, things have started to return to some..
THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON
William Shakespeare once said: “Life is a tale, told by an idiot… signifying nothing.” I often wonder if Shakespeare was[…]
ONCE AGAIN, FEELING THE EID HOLIDAY BLUES
Corona Virus marches on with time. Flipping the calendar today, I realized that on Friday, July 31st 2020, it will[…]
