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A Sentence Apart

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The U.S.A. imprisons more people, per capita, than any country in the world. Behind 2.4 million prisoners lies an infinite ripple effect of incarceration on the family and community. In just 12 minutes, students will experience three intimate stories exploring how families cope and live with a loved one in prison.

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    Erin F. (Watertown, MA)
    July 13th, 2022 at 11:04 AM

    We had been discussing a book that covered wrongful imprisonment. The video added context to the realities of the judicial system. Excellent content.

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