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On the recordMarch 9, 2009
And I think that is one of the reasons we ended up calling this activity 'Second Chance,' because in many instances, unless individuals get that employment opportunity, then they are totally frustrated.
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Jack Davis
Democratic · Illinois

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Davis discusses the importance of employment opportunities for individuals reentering society.

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