> In Arizona, jobs at Hickman’s are voluntary and often sought after, not just for the money, but also because employment and affordable housing are offered upon release.

I think these prisoners should be given consideration but job automatically? No. People often push for policies for which they don't have to comply with.

Four. Worked out great and they were basically free thanks to state programs and tax breaks.

> I think these prisoners should be given consideration but job automatically?

For jobs they're _already doing_ before they're released? Why the hell not? Especially if they're putting their lives at risk fire fighting.

As I said I am very open to them be considered but I also don't think those who have committed offense against society should have priority over people who have not.