On a cold, rainy day in early 2019, Frank Cobb was working at a Google data center in Bridgeport, a small town in northeast Alabama, when his color …
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Searching for Justice - The challenges of life after prison
Life after incarceration can feel like ongoing punishment for many Americans who face prejudices, injustices and barriers in their everyday lives. Finding housing, work, basic services and overcoming the sometimes oppressive requirements of release can prove impossible. Explore our series to learn more.
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For men and women coming out of prison every year, one of the first steps to re-entering society can be one of the most difficult: simply getting a …
