Rules For Rearing a Juvenile Delinquent

(Note: Taken from The Eye Opener, the official publication of Oklahoma State Penitentiary)

  • Allow Unrestricted Reading:
    Let him read anything he wants; disregard the content that goes into his mind.
  • Quarrel Frequently:
    Argue in his presence to prepare him for broken homes later on.
  • Satisfy Sensory Cravings:
    Fulfill every craving for food and sensory experiences; indulge all sensual desires.
  • Provide Unlimited Spending Money:
    Give him as much spending money as he wants; never let him earn his own.
  • Take His Side Against Authority:
    Support him against policemen, teachers, and neighbors, claiming they are prejudiced against him.
  • Avoid Personal Responsibility:
    When he gets into trouble, always say, “I never could do anything with him.”

Conclusion

  • Note: Follow these 12 easy rules, and the prison population should rise appreciably in the next 20 years.


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