Set among endless sugar-cane fields in a remote part of southern Florida, Restoration Destination is a community made up of registered sex offenders. Created by a Christian ministry as a response to state laws which ban them from living close to where children gather, it is now home to more than 100 men who have been placed on Florida’s sex offenders register for life. Through therapy, counselling and support, Restoration Destination aims to reduce their likelihood of reoffending and help them reintegrate into society. Journalist Conor Garrett goes to Restoration Destination to ask if the men who live there deserve a second chance.
That Ministry is following these words in the Bible:
Matthew 25:40
“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’
I’m waiting for Florida LE to charge in there, guns blazing, complaining that there are too many registrants in this area, making it too dangerous for surrounding areas, and forcing current residents to move elsewhere.
It would be nice to see this on video. Only so much can be left up to the imagination
That BBC “doc” just reinforced the typical stereotypes and tropes. It failed to challenge the status quo and ask questions, but instead showcased a confirmation bias fest for the curiosity seekers and ratings. It pandered to the “true crime” genre which is in vogue at the moment. So yes, they were pushing this “stranger danger” narrative and expose really hard.
The people rant and rave when registrants have a place to stay, and rant and rave when registrants are homeless.