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Podcast: Open to Debate
Episode: Ban the Box: Should We Banish the Criminal History Check Box from Job Applications?
Description: Former criminal offenders inĀ theĀ United States face challenges reenteringĀ theĀ job market after incarceration and so-called āBanĀ theĀ Boxā policies aim to fix this. This criminal justice initiative calls for removing questions about criminal history from job applications and delaying background checks. Those against "theĀ box"Ā argue former offenders shouldnāt continue to be punished and it prevents societal reintegration. Those in favor of early screening argue employers have a responsibility to ensureĀ their businessās safety and make informed hiring decisions. Those who are against it argue former offenders shouldnāt continue to be punished and it prevents societal r...