We should be transforming them on a large scale basis to modern mixed income communities. We did it at HUD 25 years ago. Cities across the country have done it and we can too. It's long overdue. We must do more to advance social justice. And a top priority must be investing in training and jobs rather than jails. Many have said it, now it's time to do it. We must provide economic alternatives for young minority men now turning to crime. Private employment, partnerships, vocational training, apprentice programs. (08:37–08:47)
CLAIM
Asserts the priority of investing in training and jobs over incarceration.
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