Bella, this is a fantastic article. I've been trying to promote the idea of not visiting the prison since i visited la Paz in february (I'm currently living in Sucre), but it's hard to speak with authority given that i haven't been inside the prison. your perspective is very very much appreciated, and the thoroughness of this article is exactly what is needed. I hope you are getting a lot of hits. I'll be linking to the page very soon from my blog. Thanks again and keep doing what you're doing...