Across America—whether at the state or federal level—the Department of Corrections (DOC) is meant to uphold justice, safety, and rehabilitation. On paper, it’s the steward of lawful incarceration, charged with maintaining order while preparing people for reentry into society. In reality, the DOC often operates as a closed, unaccountable system where corruption, abuse, and neglect have been normalized. This isn’t just a “bad apple” problem—it’s systemic rot, and it demands urgent reform in every jurisdiction. The Hidden World Behind Prison Walls Most Americans will never see the inside of a prison. That distance makes it easy for the public to assume things are “under control” and that prisons operate under strict oversight. But inside the walls, a different truth emerges—one of unchecked power, retaliation against whistleblowers, and an entrenched culture that shields misconduct. From falsified incident reports to the misuse of solitary confinement, from contraband smuggling by staff t...
I'm Rylee Piercefield ― founder, advocate, and change-maker. My mission is to uplift the unheard, bring justice to the wronged, and create safe, prepared, and faith-filled communities across the nation.