Come Quote by Susan Burton
“In prison, you're issued a number of sanitary pads per month. And many times, even when you're issued a number of sanitary pads, the guards will just come in and rip your room apart, rip your locker apart and take them.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Susan Burton, “The Glass Castle” documentary, 2017
In prison, basic hygiene supplies are often confiscated, highlighting systemic neglect and abuse of incarcerated women.
In simple terms: Women in prison often lose essential hygiene items due to guard abuse.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for humane treatment and policy reform.
Themes
human rights
prison reform
gender
Mood
frustrated
determined
Type
social
political
When to use this quote
- advocacy
- policy change
- support groups
- legal aid
Key Concepts
systemic neglect
abuse of power
dignity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions ensure consistent access to hygiene items?
- What safeguards protect against guard misconduct?
A Different Perspective
Even if supplies are provided, they can be taken away, limiting effectiveness.
