Prisoner re-entry issues are a complicated and multi level community issue. Obviously, as stated by the first comment, supporting those who will be returning home, while in jail is important. After these men and women get back into the community, continued support and encouragement is also critical. Recognizing the real needs of people who have been incarcerated and are returning to our community and providing the support that gives these men and women a second chance to make themselves productive members of our community, not only acts as a net tax break, but also is the ethical thing to do.