As the total prison population in Massachusetts has declined, the percentage of incarcerated people age 55 and older has risen — which means more sick and elderly people are being cared for by the state.
More at @BostonGlobe:https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2018/05/20/with-aging-prison-population-massachusetts-looks-possible-cost-saving-compassionate-fix/fZTt7Ifr2vQcGcLaW6IHmJ/story.html …
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"Compassionate release" should only be an option 4 those who did not commit a violent crime, rape +/ murder. Compassionate care in preparation 4 death should be provided 4 prisoners over age 72--instead of surgical and other medical options--except wrt contagious conditions.
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