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Bazoli (Pd): "It is unacceptable that the right has sunk my law on assisted suicide. The CSM? It would be an honor"
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Bazoli (Pd): "It is unacceptable that the right has sunk my law on assisted suicide. The CSM? It would be an honor"

From Corriere della Sera · () Italian

Translated from Italian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Senator Alfredo Bazoli criticizes the government for blocking his assisted suicide law.
  • He discusses the slow progress on expanding prisons, particularly the Verziano facility.
  • Bazoli expresses concern over prison overcrowding and the government's punitive approach.

Senator Alfredo Bazoli of the Democratic Party (Pd) has sharply criticized the current government, stating it is "unacceptable" that his proposed law on assisted suicide was blocked. Bazoli, a prominent figure in the opposition to the government's justice reform, also urged his party to accelerate its activities and re-engage local circles.

It is unacceptable that the right has sunk my law on assisted suicide.

— Alfredo BazoliSenator Alfredo Bazoli of the Democratic Party (Pd) stated that it is "unacceptable" that his proposed law on assisted suicide was blocked by the government.

Addressing the pressing issue of prison conditions in Brescia, Bazoli acknowledged the government's allocation of resources for prison expansion, including initial work at the Verziano facility. However, he expressed reservations about the government's plans for the Nerio Fischione prison, deeming its condition "disastrous" and advocating for its closure.

We must address the issue without prejudice. I note a positive aspect, the allocation of government resources.

— Alfredo BazoliRegarding the expansion of the Verziano prison, Senator Bazoli commented on the allocation of resources but also noted concerns about the timeline and scope of renovations.

Bazoli highlighted the severe overcrowding in Brescia's prisons, exceeding 200% capacity. He argued that the Meloni government's policies, which focus on harsher penalties and introducing new offenses, exacerbate the problem. This approach, he contended, leads to a significant increase in the prison population, contributing to what he described as "intolerable discomfort" and a record number of suicides and deaths within correctional facilities.

We must implement measures that reduce the prison population, instead the Meloni government is going in the opposite direction.

— Alfredo BazoliSenator Bazoli criticized the current government's approach to crime and punishment, arguing it increases the prison population.

Reflecting on his parliamentary work, Bazoli emphasized his commitment to justice and detention issues. He recounted his significant involvement in the national referendum campaign against the justice reform, which he believed endangered fundamental principles like the autonomy and independence of magistrates. Despite initial doubts about the campaign's success, he remained dedicated to opposing what he saw as a dangerous reform.

I worked very hard on the referendum even when the chances of victory seemed minimal. I did it because I am convinced that reform was very dangerous.

— Alfredo BazoliBazoli explained his strong commitment to the referendum campaign against the justice reform, despite initial low expectations for its success.
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Originally published by Corriere della Sera in Italian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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