artful_todger_502 t1_j3dwoha wrote on January 7, 2023 at 9:46 PM

Reply to comment by Matt-33-205 in Pennsylvania County Jail hires 18-year-old Corrections Officers by discocrisco

I didn't downvoted you and respect your opinion. I believe both the military and incarceration system are wrong for 18 yr olds. I also think wanting to work is an admirable trait, but most jails are violent, depressing and dehumanizing places. People who have no life experience would do better to work in a pizza shop or something. That is a young person's time to find themselves, meet people, and contemplate their future. I just cannot see any upside to a young person getting involved in an industry like a prison/jail system.

Matt-33-205 t1_j3egcf2 wrote on January 8, 2023 at 12:01 AM

I agree that jails and prisons are incredibly demoralizing places. I worked as a police officer in my past and hated going there. That said, not everyone is like you and I, and if that young man wants to do that kind of work, I believe it's his right to do so.

So many able bodied people refuse to work today. I respect this kid. I'm sure he'll move on to a better career in time, and this could be a valuable stepping stone for him.