Tuesday, July 31, 2012

USA - Voice of America: Old Racehorses Give Prisoners Second Chance

USA - Voice of America
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Old Racehorses Give Prisoners Second Chance
Jul 31st 2012, 12:52

GOOCHLAND COUNTY, Virginia — At the James River Work Center, a prison in the central part of the state of Virginia, inmates are taught to care for retired racehorses. It's a second chance for all involved. The non-profit Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation saves former race horses from possible neglect, abuse and slaughter. At the same time, the horses prepare prison inmates for life after incarceration.   "When they asked me if I was interested in this program, I jumped on the ...

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