How successful reentry programs can give the formerly incarcerated a real second chance. Listen Now: Breaking the Cycle of Incarceration With Jon Ponder A majority of those in Wisconsin’s prison system will be out in a few years. Unfortunately, many will simply end up back behind bars. Can anything be done to improve the likelihood of successful reintegration? In this episode of Free Exchange, Hope for Prisoners founder and CEO Jon Ponder explains how mentorship, employment, education, faith and unlikely partnerships with law enforcement have dramatically reduced recidivism in Las Vegas. Ponder, who himself was in and out of prison over many years, debunks the notion that those coming out of the corrections system can't become contributing members of their communities. The benefits of effective reentry, he says, include safer communities, stronger families, taxpayer savings and more people in the workforce. Ponder also discusses his emotions when President Trump pardoned him in a White House ceremony. You can listen to the entire conversation below and discover how thousands of formerly incarcerated people are finding purpose, rebuilding their lives, and breaking the cycle of crime and punishment. Be sure to subscribe as well on your preferred podcast app so you never miss new episodes. In liberty, Remso W. Martinez Listen Now Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email Subscribe to the Show on Your Favorite Podcast App Apple Podcasts Anchor.FM Google Podcasts Spotify TuneIn Pocket Cast Breaker RadioPublic RSS What We're Reading -Robert Doar: You're Right, Senator Manchin: There are no Work Requirements in Biden's New Safety Net -The Heritage Foundation: In 1 Chart, How Much the Rich Pay in Taxes -The Washington Examiner: More Than 11% of US Households are Homeschooling -CBS58: Exploring Wisconsin's Part of the 'Underground Railroad' -The Center Square: Milwaukee Mayor Ignores Pension Bomb in Final City Budget Our work in advancing free markets, opportunity and prosperity in the Badger State is only made possible by the generous donations of our supporters. The Badger Institute is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization. We do not accept any government funding. We gratefully accept your support at any level. Donate online or contact Director of Development Angela Smith at [email protected] or 414-254-6440. Donate Now The Badger Institute | 700 W Virginia St, Suite 301, Milwaukee, WI 53204 www.badgerinstitute.org Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | About Constant Contact Sent by [email protected] in collaboration with Try email marketing for free today!