New York Times Editorial
May 20, 2008
A Second Chance
With prison costs soaring, many states are understandably desperate for ways to cut recidivism and increase the chances that newly released prisoners build viable lives. The Second Chance Act, signed into law by President Bush last month, would galvanize the re-entry effort, providing the states with money and guidance. Now Congress must appropriate the promised dollars. More...

New York Times By ERIK ECKHOLM
October 1, 2006
Experiment Will Test the Effectiveness of Post-Prison Employment Programs
CHICAGO - As raw garbage streamed by on a conveyer belt, newly released convicts pulled out paper, plastics and other recyclables on a recent morning, throwing aside the occasional brick or mattress. More...