What Do Prisoners Make for Victoria's Secret?


	What Do Prisoners Make for Victoria's Secret?

arifsali

7-22-2008 8:21 PM

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7-22-2008 9:28 PM

BobbyRutan

Mixed feelings about this. Inmates need activities, training, and work experience. However, if the corporate motivation is strictly below minimum wage labor then obviously it sucks.

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