The article emphasizes the vital role investigative journalism plays in exposing the intricacies and injustices of New York's criminal justice system. It highlights the decline of local news outlets and how this diminishes scrutiny over powerful institutions. The author, Chris Gelardi, asserts that their reporting has influenced legislation and policy changes, showcasing the necessary connection between robust journalism and accountability. It calls for reader support to continue these impactful investigations in pursuit of justice and transparency in the state.
The system works hard to make those people invisible, and it shields those at the top from scrutiny. Without rigorous journalism, it would operate with greater impunity.
Only a handful of journalists do this type of work in New York. The number of local news outlets in the state has nearly halved, making our coverage more critical.
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