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Jumaane Williams & Hell Gate: What’s Next for Rikers Jail?

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The plan to permanently close Rikers in New York City and replace it with four borough facilities has hit roadblocks. Why is it so hard to close a jail? Joining Laura to discuss the local and national implications of this story are Journalist Nick Pinto, co-founder of the worker-owned news outlet Hell Gate, and NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, who helped pass the law to close the jail.

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