Summary
Durham County is giving incarcerated residents a direct say in how public money gets spent through a new participatory budgeting program. It's a bold move to bring a deeply marginalized group into local decision-making and civic life.
At a glance
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Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Public funds are being redirected to community projects chosen directly by incarcerated voters.
✅Who benefits
Incarcerated residents get a voice in shaping community investments, which can help them stay connected to the outside world.
⚠️Who could be affected
No groups negatively affected
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