James Clark in Palo Alto as he waits to begin his daily shift with the Downtown Streets Team.
James beds down for the evening at Palo Alto Church of Christ, one of a group of churches that provides shelter for the homeless.
James Clark (was William Anderson)
Third strike:
Previous two strikes:
Sentenced:
Released:
Charles Ramirez sits on his weights bench after working out in his family home in Whittier, LA.
He sweeps the streets as part of his morning shift.
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Charles fishing with his son Nick at Redondo pier.
Charles in his parents’ yard. His father sleeps in the afternoon sun. After being released from prison, Charles returned home and rebuilt his life with his family’s support. Charles Ramirez Third strike: Previous two strikes: Sentenced: Released: Vincent Rico at home in Upland, LA, displaying some of the tattoos he got while growing up in Azusa and in prison.Vincent and his wife Monika outside their apartment.
Vincent and Monika returning from their local Swap Meet, which is a bit like a car boot sale. Vincent Rico Third strike: Previous two strikes: Sentenced: Released: Miguel embraces his fiancée Jacqueline.Miguel Algarin at his home in Bell Gardens, LA.
Miguel reflects on his newfound freedom. Miguel Algarin Third strike: Previous two strikes: Sentenced: Released:
