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Things are quiet.

Prisoners believe that an unlocked door to the yard is a set-up/trap. Moreover, they are angry that observers are not making "corrective reports" to refute misinformation in the press. One prisoner became potentially suicidal and was brought to the…

Prisoners believe that an unlocked door to the yard is a set-up/trap. Moreover, they are angry that observers are not making "corrective reports" to refute misinformation in the press. One prisoner became potentially suicidal and was brought to the…

One guard is taken outside due to bringing in a contraband tape recorder. Observers are forced to sign releases, which have no force of law.

Citizen observer describes communications between citizen observers and shift coordinators. He describes an incident.

Citizen observer describes communications between citizen observers and shift coordinators. He describes an incident.

New guards are upset with the behavior of old guards, and are trying their best. Lowenfels is upset about the lack of searches after visits, and people are generally dissatisfied with the news reporting.

Guards conducted count in cells. Control wanted to lock up a Black representative, but he is concerned he won't be let out.

Guards conducted count in cells. Control wanted to lock up a Black representative, but he is concerned he won't be let out.

Prisoners are happy about the observer program and have felt improvements since the takeover began. Moreover, there is a sense of community between the prisoners that contributes to their positive feelings. However, some prisoners would like to…

Prisoner morale is good, but people are worried about a rumored that helmeted guards will stage a shakedown.

Prisoners feel that living conditions have improved in the absence of guards.

The atmosphere is generally relaxed, though the cell blocks in maximum are dirty.

Prisoners express that they want to take responsibility for the prison. The shops need better equipment, and food is poor. Prisoners generally feel that guards have stayed in their sadistic ways and the the present prison system is too stiff.

Prisoners concerned about the potential for guard violence after the guards return

Prisoners discuss getting off drugs. Another prisoner would like to be transferred.

There are multiple reports of prisoners getting denied or delayed medical attention. One prisoner wants to get a furlough to audition at the New England Conservatory of Music.

Prisoner morale is good. In a few instances, prisoners weren't let out of their cells on time if they had to go to work in the morning.

Prisoner morale is good. In a few instances, prisoners weren't let out of their cells on time if they had to go to work in the morning.