Venturing downtown most Saturday mornings, you never know whom you may encounter.
Week before last it was the teenage boys in pink and makeup demonstrating for Breast Cancer Awareness.
This past weekend it was this sole gentleman who was approachable enough to chat with. His white cap reads "Convicted Felon".
His black and white signs indicate he is unable to find work, seeks forgiveness, is hungry and needs money. One side of his sign says "Jesus forgives me, can you?"
He reported that he recently completed his CDL for truck driving, and would like to see laws changed in our state on how far back employers can go to access records when screening applicants.
He hopes to get his message and brand out.
Had a few questions for him, which he was happy to answer.
A woman walked by while we were chatting, and asked if he was being required to dress and stand out on the corner like that. She went on to state that she herself was 5 a time convicted felon and being ashamed for what had been done was a good thing.
I wonder what this "convicted felon" is most in genuine need of securing. Something tells me it may be more than employment.
Do you have any questions or comments?
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Thanks for reading and pondering.
Answers.com advice to felons seeking employment after serving time:
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_does_a_person_with_a_felony_find_a_job_after_he_has_served_his_time
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