Miscellaneous

Con-diments

By Anne Skove, Esq.

The Chicago hot dog is famous. Now a hot dog stand in Chi-Town is bordering on the infamous.

Those serving meals at Felony Franks have served something else in their past -- hard time.

We hear a lot about re-entry -- that is, reintroducing those who have served their time back into society. They become taxpayers, support their families, and learn new skills that hopefully break the cycle of crime.

For some, the journey is more habilitation than rehabilitation. For others, the steps back are more direct. Either way, where are the opportunities? Even with bipartisan support and federal funding, there do not seem to be enough resources for this common-sense goal. Support from the community -- businesses and residents -- is crucial, and can make or break the most financially secure efforts.

Personally, we can't imagine who would NOT want to eat at a place serving Misdemeanor Wieners!

See Slaw and Order: Hot-Dog Stand in Chicago Triggers a Frank Debate, Julie Jargon, WSJ (October 13, 2009).

Full post as published by court-o-rama.org on October 13, 2009 (boomark / email).