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Prison Newspaper Offers Inmates Hope


Prison newspapers offer inmates the opportunity to work as journalists. In this audio story, incarcerated men at a Minnesota prison reflect on how the experience of reporting has impacted them. They say the job has helped them develop writing skills and awareness of events in the outside world and spurred deep personal growth. Listen to learn about a prison newspaper and hear how transformation is possible, even in challenging circumstances.

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Story Length: 4:35

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AIR DATE: 06/12/2024