Ed, this is for Mayor Palmer and the state Department of Corrections. I was under the impression that once you paid your debt to society and want to be a law-abiding citizen, you are given a chance. Well, tell that to all the people out there who will not hire a convicted felon. So, basically, you are labeled for life. If this happened to one of yours, then you’d see things differently. It’s a shame.

Convict responsibility

Ahhhh, did you break the law and get your label as a law-breaker? You weren't listening were you? Member when they told you it would stick with you forever? Well they meant it would stick to you forever. Try convincing people with your good deeds and they will quickly forget about your past. Oh, and the next time somebody tells you that there are ramifications for your action — listen to that person.

— Ed. Note