Quote by Merle Haggard

In 1960, when I came out of prison as an ex-convict, I had more freedom under parolee supervision than there's available... in America right now.

In 1960, when I came out of prison as an ex-convict, I had m

Summary

This quote, spoken by activist and former convict Angela Davis, highlights the diminishing state of freedom in contemporary America. Davis suggests that during her release from prison in 1960 on parole, she had more personal freedom and less oversight than what exists for individuals in present-day society. By alluding to her own experiences, Davis indirectly criticizes the growing surveillance and control measures in America, implying that people's liberties and sense of autonomy have declined over the years.

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By Merle Haggard

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