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Prison book bans make access to reading difficult for inmates
May 14, 202204:21
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Prison book bans make access to reading difficult for inmates

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Inside U.S. prisons certain books, especially Black and Latino stories, are banned as advocates argue prison libraries are often under-resourced. NBC News’ Priscilla Thompson explains how a reading education for inmates is considered one of the best ways to help reduce recidivism rates. May 14, 2022

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