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Dismantling the System or Fixing It | Burlington News
Two Democratic candidates for Chittenden County state’s attorney, Sarah George and Bram Kranichfeld, clashed in a fiery debate over how to reform the justice system. George boldly declared her mission is to dismantle the current legal framework — built for over-policing and mass incarceration — and replace it with community-centered safety models that address root causes like poverty, mental health, and addiction. She argues the status quo disproportionately harms people of color, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Kranichfeld, meanwhile, defended cash bail as a necessary tool to ensure…
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