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Michael Blake: “You have to close Rikers island and have borough based…”

Featuring: Michael Blake, Democratic | Former Candidate, U.S. House New York, District 15

The Back Room Podcast: Michael Blake's Mayoral Campaign and Vision for New York City

Published March 28, 2025 | Video Starts at 05:25

So you have to address the before, during, and the after. And then lastly, it's about the comprehensive vision around RIKERS island, You have to close Rikers island and have borough based jails. It makes more sense by having individuals that are closer to courthouses in their respective boroughs. Because Rikers island, quite frankly, is inhumane. (05:25–05:29)

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