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Rikers Island, first opened in the 1930s, has become controversial for its violence and corruption in recent decades. (Courtesy of Flickr)

Problematic Rikers Must Close

Sean Franklin, Contributing Writer
January 29, 2020
Ramsey Orta is considered a political prisoner of the NYPD by his supporters. (Courtesy of Clayton Roulhac)

Ramsey Orta: Imprisoned and Imperiled; Fiancée Alleges NYPD Systemic Abuse

Joergen Ostensen, Staff Writer
October 9, 2019
Rikers Island jail run by New York City Department of Corrections - © 2012 David Oppenheimer - Performance Impressions Photography Archives

Access to Justice Visits Rikers Island

April 11, 2018
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