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    Away from home: An audio journal

    The absence of those in jail can be felt deeply by family members and loved ones.

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    KCRW placeholderBy George Lavender • Oct 18, 2016 • 13m Listen

    Every year, tens of thousands of people are booked into L.A. county jails. Their absence from home, even if short, can be felt deeply by family members and loved ones.

    Photo: Nancy Rivera with her son Elijah

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      George Lavender

      Independent Producer

      CultureNewsLos Angeles
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