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Home » ex-offenders

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Posted inBlogs

Researchers: Some employer fears about hiring ex-cons are unfounded

by Maya Dukmasova November 17, 2016August 18, 2021

They’re no more likely to engage in misconduct on the job or be fired, and are less likely to quit.

Posted inBlogs

Congressman Danny Davis blasts social injustice in the most entertaining way possible

by Mick Dumke February 25, 2014August 18, 2021

The veteran politician tells stories of his childhood during an appearance before the City Club.

Posted inBlogs

Convicted former alderman Ike Carothers explains why he thinks he deserves another chance at public office

by Mick Dumke February 8, 2014August 18, 2021

Despite being convicted on bribery and tax charges, Ike Carothers says he never sold out his community—and now he wants to represent it on the Cook County board.

Posted inNews & Politics

Addicted to guns

by Mick Dumke May 8, 2013August 19, 2021

Is there a cure for Chicago’s crippling dependence on firearms?

Posted inBlogs

State rep La Shawn Ford, advocate for ex-offenders, hopes he doesn’t become one

by Mick Dumke March 15, 2013August 19, 2021

A drive through the west side with indicted state rep La Shawn Ford

Congressman Danny Davis serves in Washington, but knows the action is in Chicago.
Posted inNews & Politics

Congressman Danny Davis on Rahm and ex-cons

by Mick Dumke May 2, 2012August 19, 2021

Congressman Danny Davis weighs in on Rahm Emanuel and helping ex-cons

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