Food conditions in OC jails have always been bad, but for almost two years, the OC Sheriff’s Department has served cold, rotting bologna sandwiches while pocketing the savings. Stop the Musick Coalition collaborated with incarcerated members and coalition partners to investigate the nutrition and budget of food in OC jails.
Tag: Transforming Justice Orange County
Posted inCountywide
Hunger Strike in OC Jails Over Lack of Visitations and Hot Meals Comes to An End
The hunger strike that gripped jails in Orange County over the July 4 weekend over calls for the return visitation privileges and hot meals has come to an end for now.
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Castellanos: El Sheriff Puede Salvar Vidas y Detener COVID19, Pero Se Necesitará Valentía Para Cambiar
El Sheriff tiene antecedentes de negligencia. Numerosas muertes innecesarias en custodia, un escandalosos desprecio por el público y un estrangulamiento temerario sobre la política del condado ponen de alto una cultura de violencia y cuidados inhumanos. No se puede confiar en la OCSD con la vida y la salud de nuestra comunidad.
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Castellanos: The Sheriff Can Save Lives and Stop COVID19, But It Will Take Bravery To Change
The OC Sheriff has a history of negligence. Numerous unnecessary in-custody deaths, a scandalous disregard for the public, and a fear-mongering stranglehold over county politics expose a culture of violence and inhumane care. OCSD cannot be trusted with the lives and health of our community.
