When he was released, Cifuentes got a job in Los Angeles as a mentor in a rehabilitation center — and became a KPCC member. “One of the things I promised to myself in prison was that once I got released I would support the local public radio station and give back for all of those years I received so much for free,” he says. And, after listening to KPCC, donating was an obvious next step. “I really like the fact that the station presents a very broad perspective on things. Larry Mantle is amazing, and I like many of the local newscasters.” Today, Cifuentes lives with his sister and works as a customer service representative for a moving company. He is also continuing his education.
Above: After spending nine years in federal prison, Cristian Cifuentes is now a proud KPCC member.
Though his prison life is a thing of the past, he keeps one piece of it with him. “NPR and KPCC continue to be my best friends every day, from morning until night. Supporting the station is the best thing I’ve ever done.”
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