A review by whatcandicereads
Migrating to Prison: America's Obsession with Locking Up Immigrants by César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández

5.0

Wow. What an in depth and phenomenal review about immigration detention and its place within the prison industrial complex. In conversation and many readings, folks have a tendency to separate migrant detention from that of prisons and local jails, but the author reminds us of the inexplicable link — confinement and despair under the guise of “justice.” Migrating to Prison has been on my reading list for over a year, but I’m glad I finally made time to dive in. From exploring personal narratives and uplifting migrant voices to analyzing the profit industry, historical origins, and ending with a vision of complete abolition, this is essential reading for those interested in present day immigration/criminal legal system issues. It’s informative and beneficial to all who choose to dive in.