49% of prisoners in the US are African American, despite making up only 13% of the overall population. Additionally, 17% of prisoners are Hispanic, who comprise 10% of the total population. Many inmates are imprisoned for drug use, rather than drug sales, suggesting that investment in drug treatment programs could be a more effective solution than building more prisons.
The Injustice System in America
In the United States, a disproportionate number of prisoners are African American, with 49% of inmates belonging to this demographic despite making up only 13% of the overall population. Additionally, 17% of prisoners are Hispanic, despite this group only comprising 10% of the general population.
