TED: How we're priming some kids for college — and others for prison - Alice Goffman

The video discusses the contrasting paths to adulthood in the U.S.: college and prison. It highlights the financial and social costs of incarceration, particularly for poor and minority youth. The speaker shares personal experiences and observations from disadvantaged neighborhoods, focusing on the story of two brothers, Chuck and Tim, who navigate the justice system. The talk calls for a reimagined justice system that prioritizes recovery and inclusion over punishment. It concludes with an overview of current reforms and a call to action for young people to lead the change.

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