12,000 prisoners across the state of California are on hunger strike in resistance to their inhumane treatment, especially in the so-called "special housing units." On Saturday, October 8th, demonstrators in Santa Cruz will meet at 6:30pm at Louden Nelson Park. After a march through town to distribute information, there will be a noisy demonstration at the county jail to let the inmates hear that they are not alone.

The prisoners on hunger strike have five core demands:

1. End Administration Abuse & Group Punishment
2. Abolish the Debriefing Policy & Modify Gang Status Criteria
3. End Long Term Solitary Confinement
4. Provide Adequate and Nutritious Food
5. Expand and Provide Constructive Programming & Privileges

See also: Vigil for Pelican Bay Hunger Strikers on Friday, October 7th

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