Drug War Means Jails At Breaking Point

Drug War Means Jails At Breaking Point

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The Philippines' drug war has led to severe overcrowding in jails like Quezon City Jail, which holds nearly 3000 inmates despite being built for 800. Inmates face dire living conditions, with health issues like skin diseases and cholera outbreaks. Despite these challenges, some inmates support President Duterte's drug policies, though they express concern over the killings. Efforts to alleviate overcrowding, such as using the Quezon City Annex, have been insufficient. Inmates sometimes feel safer inside due to the violence outside, highlighting the complex impact of the drug war.

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What concerns do the staff have regarding the acceptance of new inmates?

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What is the perspective of the detainees regarding President Duterte's drug policy?

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