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DAMN - Winstead, Wallace Sharik
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DAMN: Emotional and Physical Journey Through the Corridors of the Justice System uncovers the hidden and taboo stories of gay relationships within the prison system. Venturing into a world often associated with violence and isolation, this book offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of individuals seeking love, intimacy, and self-authentication under the harshest of conditions. Drawing on firsthand accounts, research, and personal experiences, the author delves into the labyrinth of emotions, charting both the struggles and the triumphs that defy the barriers of incarceration. This…mehr

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DAMN: Emotional and Physical Journey Through the Corridors of the Justice System uncovers the hidden and taboo stories of gay relationships within the prison system. Venturing into a world often associated with violence and isolation, this book offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of individuals seeking love, intimacy, and self-authentication under the harshest of conditions. Drawing on firsthand accounts, research, and personal experiences, the author delves into the labyrinth of emotions, charting both the struggles and the triumphs that defy the barriers of incarceration. This compelling narrative serves not just as a testament to human resilience and the transformative power of love, but also as a call to action. Addressing the systemic issues that exacerbate the hardships faced by LGBTQ+ individuals behind bars, it challenges us to confront our biases and advocate for a more inclusive and empathetic prison system. A catalyst for meaningful conversations and reforms, this book reminds us of the inherent worth of every human being, urging us toward a more equitable and compassionate society.
Autorenporträt
Wallace Sharik Winstead, a native of Newark, NJ, for whom justice involved beginning at 12. With this first offering of DAMN: Emotional and Physical Journey Through the Corridors of the Justice System, Wallace delves into the topics of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse like no other. Using his personal experiences, Wallace holds nothing back. As disturbing and frightening as these experiences are to others, this book examines the penal culture for both juveniles and adults. Wallace, upon his release from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, went on to earn his associate's degree in social science from Essex County College, a bachelor's in political science, and a master's in political science/international relations from Rutgers University, Newark. Currently, Wallace is pursuing his master's in public health/epidemiology. In the fall of 2024, Wallace will be pursuing his PhD in criminology at Rutgers. Wallace is also a member of the Pi Sigma Alpha political science honor society at Rutgers University Newark, an alumni of the Black Organization of Students, as well as NJPIRG at Rutgers University Newark. Wallace serves as the president of the CAB (Consumer Advisory Board) for Newark Community Health Centers in Newark, NJ.