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World Service,3 mins

Business 101 for former felons

Boston Calling

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It is really hard to get a job after being incarcerated. Especially in Louisiana, which has more job restrictions for ex-convicts than any other state. So instead of looking for jobs, many former prisoners are starting their own businesses. (Photo: Kelly Orians facilitates a weekly discussion group for formerly incarcerated entrepreneurs. Credit: Nina Feldman)

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