A man was released from prison after serving only 8 years for killing an 8-year-old boy. Some state laws prioritize good behavior in prison over public safety, allowing violent criminals back on the street despite the parole board's concerns. #CriminalJustice #ParoleSystem #KentuckyLaw #PublicSafety #TrueCrime | Kentucky's Voice

With nearly 70% of individuals released from state custody staying out of prison, we are proving that second chances work. Through higher education, job training and reentry programs, we’re building a safer, stronger new Kentucky home! For more information, see our last post: https://tinyurl.com/434rczdz | Kentucky Department of Corrections

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"I don't want my kids growing up in a world where everything is 'us versus them.'" Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is soon to take the helm of the Democratic Governor's Association. He tells Major Garrett on "The Takeout" that his goal is to get Democratic governors elected in places you may not expect and "heal this country." "When Democrats win, we do what Republicans can't — we govern well," Beshear said. | CBS News