We all know that education reduces recidivism. Here we discuss the idea of rewarding inmates for staying in and sicking with an individualized program that would both educate them and promote good habits, all that would lead to success in our communities.
 
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The Sunset Commission in Texas is asking for our thoughts about the state criminal justice agencies. This opportunity only comes around every 12 years or so. Go to our website to find 10 links that will help you voice your opinion to the commission.
 
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Mr. Richard Branson has come out in an article printed by 'The Guardian' on Nov. 15th, 2011 to tell his views regarding the great opportunity found in hiring ex-offenders.
 
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The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing two cases that involve juveniles that have sentences of life without the opportunity of parole. We think to sentence juveniles, or most anyone else, with a life sentence without an opportunity to gain freedom is wrong.
 
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On this Veteran's Day we honor them and remember those veterans in prisons.
 
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A new report "Employers' Perception of Best Practice in Prison Education" has been released. The report contains great information that needs to be applied so prisons maximize their education dollars.
 
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An article today said that 77% of those in prisons in Scotland are illiterate. We believe that this is a worldwide crisis in all prisons, and time provides an opportunity.
 
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A further update regarding WI AB 286 that would give rights to Wis. employers not to hire felons and to fire current employees that have a record in their past.
 
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A virtual letter to the Court of Criminal Appeals in Texas.
 
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A short review of my thoughts after listening to the earning report from private prison operator CCA.
 
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