1. Which single statistic about state prisoners do you find most interesting? Explain your choice. 2. What do we mean by “truth-in-sentencing?” What factors would drive states to adopt...

1. Which single statistic about state prisoners do you find most interesting? Explain your choice.

2. What do we mean by “truth-in-sentencing?” What factors would drive states to adopt truth-in-sentencing laws, and what might the consequences (intended or unintended) be of such laws?