Do 60 Days In Participants Deserve Fair Compensation for Putting Their Lives on the Line?

Do 60 Days In participants, who risk everything to expose insider information on America's most dangerous prisons, deserve fair compensation for their sacrifices? Many argue that it's time for them to receive adequate compensation for their efforts.

Imagine voluntarily shipping off to jail, without having done anything wrong, hoping to expose the true nature of America's prison system. Over seven seasons on A&E's documentary series, '60 Days In,' these brave souls put their physical and mental well-being on the line to help shed light on prison realities.

But how do you measure the value of someone risking their life in prison for the sake of our entertainment?

Some might ask, shouldn't these people be compensated generously for going above and beyond in service of a worthy cause? However, this isn't currently the case – the participants reportedly receive only books to pass the time and have to purchase their own hygiene products while in jail.

On top of exposing prison realities to the public, participants offer the prison staff and administration valuable insight into the deficiencies in the correctional system. For example, the show uncovered corruption within several facilities across the US. Do potential whistleblowers risk exposing these issues without hope of remuneration?

Whether or not to provide these individuals with monetary incentives is a hotly contested issue. But one thing is clear: as they step bravely into prisons, we have a duty to look after their welfare just the same way we look after essential workers during this pandemic.

Not paying participants in full for putting themselves on the line undermines the ideals that the show hopes to exemplify. The producers have a responsibility to keep everyone safe, pay those who put their lives at risk, and do more than giving them kudos on social media platforms.

The individuals that go on this show should receive proper compensation commensurate with the risk involved in their mission. It’s only fair.

It is our collective responsibility to champion what's right by supporting these people who seek to accomplish what others cannot. From changing public perceptions to reforming policies, donating to charities supporting inmates, and participating in organizations advocating for prisoner rights, there's much we can do. Please show your support today!

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not 60 Days In participants deserve fair compensation for putting their lives on the line is up to the show's producers and network. However, it's clear that participating in the show and going undercover in a jail setting is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening endeavor. The participants are taking a significant risk to help shed light on important issues within the criminal justice system, and they certainly deserve recognition and compensation for their efforts.

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