Ashlynn Huebner and Forrest Holcomb highlight recidivism in Louisiana and the U.S., noting Louisiana's initially lower but eventually comparable national rates. It emphasizes educational programs in prisons and re-entry initiatives like LA-PRI to aid former inmates in job acquisition and societal reintegration. The role of education in breaking the incarceration cycle is stressed, with organizations like LPEC enhancing educational opportunities for prisoners, illustrating the vital connection between education, supportive re-entry programs, and reduced recidivism rates.
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