What It Took To Close Rikers

This month, the New York City Council approved a plan to close Rikers Island in 2026. The jail has become a potent symbol for those fighting to reform the criminal justice system. Where do reformers go from here?

Guest: Aaron Morrison, senior reporter for The Appeal

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