So the society decided, Why not put them in a confined and controlled space, those who put the peace enjoyed by the society in jeopardy. This space is known as a prison or correctional center, a place where criminals are kept, serving the punishment for their crimes. It is definitely a system that keeps everyone safe but we never really thought about some other responsibilities that might come with creating such space.
Just like every sector in the society, even a prison needs funding to keep it from collapsing. The inmate needs to be fed, clothed and monitored, these services cost money. As we all know, funds used to maintain and such government establishment is taken from the citizens taxes. Which means, the money used to take care of the same criminals locked up for the safety of the society is taken from the same people they might have endangered.
Knowing about the kinds of gruesome crimes some of this criminals might have committed and yet, taxes of law abiding citizens are used to cater for their needs. It makes you wonder, is it fair? It is hard to say but the truth is, it is a fair price to pay for peace. I don't know about other countries prison or correctional facility, but I wouldn't regard the criminals in my country's prison as people lavishing. If you think they are, try visiting any correctional center in my country.
Some years ago, the church I was attending decided to go for prison ministration. I was curious, so I joined the team selected for the service, getting there, believe me I was in a hurry to get out. The condition of those prisoners, I don't think they are enjoying any taxes at all. It definitely feels like they are getting what they deserve but the cruelty bestowed on those people is beyond what humanly possible. So speaking of prisoners enjoying taxes, I really can't relate.
This write-up was inspired by weekly featured content titled Prison walfare in hive learners community.
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