second chance

System is Broken

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‘This idea of total incarceration just isn’t working.’—Justice Anthony Kennedy Justice Kennedy and Justice Breyer speak out against a broken system. I agree! Incarceration is expensive. Recidivism rates are higher following incarceration because those offenders can no longer get jobs. They didn’t get “help” in prison. They are left without sufficient resources following long periods … Read more

Jobs after Conviction: Not likely!

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It is difficult enough to find work.  Saddle a person with a “conviction” or even a “probation” and employers will quickly pass on that applicant.  Our “tough on crime” mentality over the past 20-30 years has created an environment where 17 year olds (treated as adults for even minor offenses) with a first possession of … Read more