It will take years and hundreds of millions of dollars to fully implement the California Model at San Quentin. San Quentin is to be reenvisioned as a full-out rehabilitation center that builds on the existing programs. He’s developed an interest in art at San Quentin and serves as a mentor to younger men coming in. Along with chess matches, San Quentin is hosting kickball tournaments and flag football games as a way to foster more collegial relations. The California Model is just kindness, courtesy and normalcy.”Kruse, 31, with an easy manner and boyish grin, is one of the few openly enthusiastic supporters of the California Model.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 20, 2024 11:08 UTC