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By ADOLPH SAENZ, former N.M. Secretary of Corrections

In POLITICS OF A PRISON RIOT, Adolph Saenz, a seasoned expert and former N.M. Secretary of Corrections, delves into the tumultuous events of the 1980 New Mexico Prison Riot. Bringing a unique insider perspective to the narrative, Saenz explores the deep-rooted causes, underlying tensions, and intricate political dynamics that culminated in the explosive riot.

With meticulous attention to detail, Saenz traces the origins of the riot, dissecting the key players, policies, and decisions that set the stage for the violent uprising. Through a comprehensive analysis, he sheds light on the complex interplay of socio-political factors that fueled the crisis and offers valuable insights into the challenges faced by correctional institutions.

Beyond recounting the harrowing events of the riot, Saenz meticulously examines its lasting repercussions and the enduring impact on the prison system. POLITICS OF A PRISON RIOT is a compelling and enlightening account that not only uncovers the truths of the past but also prompts readers to reflect on the broader issues of justice, reform, and human rights in the contemporary landscape of corrections.

Corrales, N.M.. RHOMBUS PUBLISHING COMPANY. 1986. 190p.

By Norval Morris and Gordon Hawkins

FROM THE JACKET: "We have a cure for crime," Morris and Hawkins boldly state. *We offer not a lightning panacea but rather a legislative and administrative regimen which would substantially reduce crime and the fear of crime." Crime seriously impairs the quality of life in this country. We hesitate to walk at night in our cities. Our level of criminal violence shocks the world. "To the student of comparative criminal statistics the United States may or may not be the land of the free, but it is most certainly the home of the brave." "There is now available to us," the authors argue, "a fund of information on the subject which, were it acted upon responsibly and steadily, would reduce crime and curtail the fear, suffering, and unhappiness it entails. It is not lack of knowledge, but rather a failure of political responsibility, that supports our present luxuriant crime rates." Hence the program this book offers is directed to the politicians and to the concerned citizens who are responsible for them….

Chicago. University of Chicago Press. 1970.