You mean Texas does something more with prisoners than execute them? We need more of these types of programs.

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You mean Texas does something more with prisoners than execute them? We need more of these types of programs.

Originally shared by The Associated Press

The Prison Entrepreneurship Program (PEP) is based on a philosophy that making inmates business savvy will reduce the likelihood that they will end up back in prison. It emphasizes reforming behavior while also working on a broader goal of reducing the prison population.
http://apne.ws/15l2UWF

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