Recidivism of Released: Link: pewtrusts.org
This link is for a recidivism study completed by the PEW Charitable Trusts. The study found that 43.3% of released prisoners are back in prison within three years after their release.
1) What are some factors that contribute to recidivism?
2) What are some actual and possible solutions to the problem of high recidivism?
3) Besides the ideas mentioned in the report, what are some initiatives and programs you think would help to reduce recidivism? Why do you believe these would be effective?