i think it’s a good idea to have them work with the animals. that’s been shown to be a good source of therapy, and they’ve used it with seniors who are depressed/ill as well. it’s better than just killing the animals, as well. the whole idea of the tent city, etc. is a good idea, but eventually someone’s going to die or something, and that’ll change. Again, i understand the rational behind it – if you make it is as unpleasant as possible, and somewhat embarrassing, they’ll think twice before they come back. i think it’s crazy that there’s a law that saws prisoners have to have cable.