Five takeaways from Philly DA Larry Krasner’s 2019 budget hearing

“Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner testified before City Council on Wednesday as part of the city’s annual budget hearings. In addition to asking for funding for the next fiscal year, Krasner’s testimony served as a venue for him to share what he described as some early returns from his first year in office, including efforts to reduce reliance on incarceration and supervision, diversify his staff, and change the makeup of certain units in the office. Here are five highlights.“

Philadelphia Inquirer

April 24, 2019