Karen Bass: “We also banned people from many occupations when they get…”

“… out of prison, we need to make sure that they reintegrate into society in an appropriate way. Because while we were getting tough on crime and raising and increasing sentences, We also banned people from many occupations when they get out [of prison]. So if you don't allow a person to integrate into society legally, then you're just encouraging them or really leaving them no alternative but to continue a life of crime.” (07:56–08:05)

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