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Attica Prison Boss Warns of Renewed Uprising Risk
New York AP reports State Commissioner of Correction Russell G. Oswald warns of possible renewed inmate rebellion at Attica State Prison. He cites 30 to 40 hard core leaders, concerns about outside support, and notes space limits hinder isolating militants. He defends the assault to end the four day siege and hostage danger.
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