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Why England & Russia Lock Up 80% of Kids Who Come Out Worse?
Children in Custody: Anglo-Russian Perspectives
Mary McAuley's groundbreaking book 'Children in Custody: Anglo-Russian Perspectives' reveals a shocking truth: England and Russia, despite their vast differences, are the two worst offenders in Europe for locking up children. But the data shows this system is a catastrophic failure—up to 80% of released youth reoffend within two years. In this video, we dismantle the myth that prison works for kids. We explore how both countries criminalize poverty and trauma, why Finland and Germany have virtually emptied their youth prisons without increasing crime, and how political theater and bureaucratic greed fuel this machine. Discover the hidden pipeline from foster care to prison, the psychological destruction of isolation and gang hierarchies, and the simple, proven solutions that could end this cycle. This isn't just about justice—it's about whether we choose to manufacture criminals or heal our children.
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