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President Trump: "When we talk about our national program to hire American, this must include helping millions of former inmates get back into the workforce as gainfully employed citizens."
This is part of the prison reform bill he backed that passed the House in the last couple of days.
The idea of going to jail is that you are serving time to pay for your crimes, I don't see why trying to help get people back to a normal every day life is a bad thing. It may not be easy or even possible for many, but I'm sure it would go a long way in reducing any repeat offenses for these folks.
For example, my mom's company (family business) hired three ex felons who are my friends. They are ex military and they are very driven and disciplined. My family knew them, and I have been friends with them for over 20+ years. They don't just become bad people over night for me. I don't judge people like that.
There are MANY reasons why one committed a crime. Finding good help is a key factor in running a successful business. Too many employers get robbed daily by lazy employees who work with a sense of entitlement, watching the clock, anticipating that moment they can break free of the bonds that trap them in cubicles, offices and warehouses. Many ex felons are no stranger to hard works.
I am not saying ALL of them deserve a second chance, but many do.
My friends for example deserve that second chance and I am glad I am the one who gave them that.
All these said, it is an individual choice. If the employer wants to hire them, go for it. If they don't want to, they shouldn't be judged or blamed or criticized.
p.s. Once a criminal, always a criminal? I don't think so.
The article is greatly lacking on specifics. Yes, I could research it further but with the article noting that this isn't going anywhere, I'll not bother.
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I agree with trying to reduce the recidivism rate but believe the effort must begin while these people are incarcerated with programs that prepare them for jobs.
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