Quote by Ayelet Waldman

Despite the fact that in America we incarcerate more juveniles for life terms than in any other country in the world, the truth is that the vast majority of youth offenders will one day be released. The question is simple and stark. Do we want to help them change or do we want to help them become even more violent and dangerous?

Despite the fact that in America we incarcerate more juvenil

Summary

This quote highlights the high rate of juvenile incarceration in America and emphasizes the crucial decision society must make regarding the future of these youth offenders. It underlines the fact that most of them will eventually be released back into society. The quote poses a straightforward question: should we support these young individuals in their journey to change and rehabilitation, or should we neglect them, leading them to become even more aggressive and harmful? It emphasizes the importance of investing in programs and initiatives that aid in the positive transformation of youth offenders.

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By Ayelet Waldman

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