‘It’s the best way for us to actually be restored as citizens’ How voting impacts former and current incarcerated individuals

Kaitlyn Hughes | news editor *This article was updated for accuracy. It previously said that “Kleissas uploads resources.” It was changed to “Resources are uploaded.” As a formerly incarcerated individual, Taili Thompson has involved himself in projects such as the ACLU’s Unlock the Vote to help educate returning citizens on their rights. Thompson said there are a lot of formerly and currently incarcerated citizens who … Continue reading ‘It’s the best way for us to actually be restored as citizens’ How voting impacts former and current incarcerated individuals

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Duq class takes place in Allegheny County Jail

Kaitlyn Hughes | features editor Every Tuesday and Thursday a group of 20 Duquesne freshmen congregate for their 8:30 a.m. class. They don’t gather in one of the normal lecture halls. Instead, they arrive at Allegheny County Jail. In 2009, the first group of Duquesne students made their way down to the jail to participate in a course with incarcerated citizens. Eventually, the class became … Continue reading Duq class takes place in Allegheny County Jail

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Pittsburgh’s homeless community left disconnected from political sphere

Kaitlyn Hughes & Spencer Thomas | features editor & editor-in-chief There is a concrete wall that supports I-376 behind the Allegheny County Jail, where large spray painted letters read So I lost you? You lost me a long time ago. The message, though its original intent is unknown, rings true for many in the homeless encampment nearby. While many citizens are making plans for how … Continue reading Pittsburgh’s homeless community left disconnected from political sphere

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