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TIL the US actually built a “panopticon” jail, loosely following the infamous 18th century utilitarian proposal where inmates are constantly wondering whether or not they are being watched by unseen guards: the “Twin Towers” jail in Los Angeles.

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TIL the US actually built a “panopticon” jail, loosely following the infamous 18th century utilitarian proposal where inmates are constantly wondering whether or not they are being watched by unseen guards: the “Twin Towers” jail in Los Angeles.	5592