If the true goal of the D.O.C. is to rehabilitate, then why has it failed?
recidivism
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Attending law school from behind prison bars
Currently, the Legal Revolution supports five students who are incarcerated in Shakopee earning their paralegal degrees at North Hennepin Community College.
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Activists push for work release to reconnect the incarcerated with society
Prison abolitionists, advocacy organizations, and some formerly incarcerated members are urging the MnDoC to allow work release for low-risk offenders.
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‘Becoming Ms. Burton’ offers lifeline in a sea of injustice
But Burton, a recovering addict and former convict, turned the strength of prevailing against personal adversity into a resource for others to do the same.
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Mpls NAACP compliance officer charts paths to prevent recidivism
For James Badue-El, that drive means charting a clear path to helping prevent recidivism for himself and others and creating authentic connections within the community.
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All Square eatery supports the recently incarcerated
It’s common knowledge that, contrary to the concept of re-entering life with a fresh start, incarcerated men and women come back into the world with an indelible mark on their records. Having been to prison hangs around one’s neck like a stone, hindering pursuit of vital necessities, most importantly employment and housing.