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 Story Description: "Incarcerated Parents"
15-year-old Keith Tingman remembers his tenth birthday better than any other birthday before or since. That was the day he watched his mom get arrested after being falsely accused of stealing someone's wallet. Ultimately, both of Keith's parents were convicted of possession of stolen property. His dad served ten months in Riker's Island, and his mom was put on probation. Keith is far from alone. A recent University of Michigan study shows that among African-American children born in 1990, more than one-quarter have had a parent serve time by the time they turn 14 years old.
About Keith
Hi. My name is Keith Tingman and I'm from The Bronx. I am 15. What interests me are games and action movies.
I live on Bryant Ave. and I love it over there because there are no problems where I live.
An interesting fact about me is that I love to be on a computer and I also love pizza. (October 2009)
Recorder: TJ
My recorder's name is TJ. He's energetic, easygoing, and he is reliable.
(Note: Each Rookie named his/her equipment as a way to feel more at ease with the technology.)
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