Opinion: Newsom should solve two problems at once: Close prisons and cut spending (via latimesopinion )
After the governor’s failure of moral leadership, California lawmakers must step up to end this cruel and counterproductive practice.that seeks to close an additional five prisons by 2027. The state’s own analysis affirms that at least eight prisons statewide could be closed without overcrowding the remaining facilities. This resounding call for change represents an unparalleled opportunity for Newsom to demonstrate decisive leadership and champion equitable, cost-effective investments.
for prison closures. Such a plan would include economic development investments for areas most affected by the incarceration crisis, including towns where prisons close. Prison closure requires careful planning — and often faces local resistance. The state could be encouraging towns willing to shift their economies away from a perceived reliance on incarceration by offering economic development grants to create high-quality jobs. This would alleviate some economic anxiety for rural communities that see prison employment as “good jobs,” despite
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