Gregory's Blog
Insights on criminal justice, prison reform, faith, and personal transformation
FOR SAFETY AND SECURITY
Every prison rule is written in the name of safety and security. But when those words become unquestionable, they stop protecting people and start protecting power.
How Does the Catholic Church Ensure the Process of Declaring Someone a Saint Is Based on True Holiness?
The Church does not let public excitement call the shots. That is the whole point of the system.
Is a Life Sentence More Damaging Than the Death Penalty?
A firsthand reflection on why a life sentence can inflict deeper psychological harm than the death penalty.
The Psychological Impact of Constant Degradation in Prison
How constant degradation inside prison changes people, drawing on lived experience and psychological research.
Why Prisons Lock Down Before Executions
Prisons lock down before executions to control movement, prevent disturbances, and free staff for complex procedures.
CLUB FED: The Punchline That Costs Real Lives
The phrase 'Club Fed' sounds clever until you realize how much damage it does.
Inside Life Without Parole: Living, Losing, and Finding Purpose After 25 Years
Twenty-five years into a life-without-parole sentence, I've learned that time doesn't stop — it just changes shape.
Does the Prison System Have a Moral Obligation to Provide Personal Development?
Absolutely — the prison system has a moral obligation to provide real opportunities for personal development.
Stanford Prison Experiment and Real Prison
The Lucifer Effect should be required reading for every single correctional employee.
When Correctional Workers Go to Prison
When a correctional officer commits a crime and goes to prison, they don't stop being human.
